??Operational information of the past 24h as of September 19, 2024 regarding the Russian invasion.

In the last 24 hours, Ukrainian Armed Forces faced an escalated level of combat intensity, with a total of 194 engagements recorded across various frontlines. The enemy launched a significant number of airstrikes and artillery barrages, employing advanced weaponry to target both military positions and civilian areas. Despite the aggressive tactics, Ukrainian forces demonstrated remarkable resilience, repelling numerous attacks and maintaining control over key positions.

Ukrainian aviation and artillery units conducted five strikes on areas of enemy troop concentration and equipment. These strikes successfully targeted a multiple rocket launcher system, three command posts, and a field ammunition depot, inflicting critical damage on the invading forces. On the Kharkiv Front, Ukrainian defenders encountered one significant engagement near Vovchansk, where they successfully repelled the enemy's attempts to advance.

The Kupyansk sector experienced a more intense level of fighting, with the enemy launching 13 attacks under the cover of aviation support. The engagements occurred near Synkivka, Novoosynove, Kruhl'iakivka, Andriivka, Kolisnykivka, Petropavlivka, and Lozova. Ukrainian defense forces managed to fend off all these assaults, preventing the enemy from gaining any ground.

In the Lyman area, the enemy's offensive activity was particularly fierce, with 14 recorded attacks aimed at breaking through Ukrainian defenses near Cherneshchyna, Druzhliubivka, Makiivka, Torske, and Nevske. Ukrainian troops successfully repelled these attacks, causing the enemy to withdraw with significant losses. Similarly, on the Siversk front, Ukrainian forces faced two enemy assaults near Verkhn’okamianka and Vyimka. Despite the intensity, they held their positions firmly, ensuring no breach occurred.

The Kramatorsk direction saw the enemy launch 10 attacks around Chasiv Yar, Stupochky, Klishchiivka, and Bila Hora. Despite the support of aviation, the enemy was unable to make any headway against the robust defense set up by Ukrainian forces. On the Toretsk front, Russian troops, with air support, executed 15 attacks near Shcherbynyivka, Toretsk, Dachne, and Nelypivka. All these assaults were successfully repelled, with Ukrainian forces maintaining their strategic positions.

The Pokrovske sector was particularly active, with Ukrainian forces repelling 51 enemy assaults targeting Hrodivka, Novotoretske, Novohrodivka, Mykolaivka, Ukrainsk, Oleksandropol, Vozdvyzhenka, Marynivka, and Zelenyi Polia. The enemy showed a high concentration of attacks near Hrodivka and Novohrodivka, but Ukrainian defenders stood firm, preventing any breakthroughs.

On the Kurakhove front, Ukrainian defense lines were tested by 49 enemy attacks, especially around Tsukuryno, Zhelanne Pershe, Hirnyk, Katerynivka, Heorhiivka, and Kostyantynivka. The enemy heavily utilized both assault and bomber aviation to support their offensive. Despite this, Ukrainian forces managed to hold their ground, with all attempts to breach the defenses being repelled.

The Vremivka sector saw six assaults by the enemy near Vuhledar and Novoukrainka. Ukrainian troops successfully defended their positions, causing the enemy to withdraw after facing stiff resistance. In the Huliaipole area, the enemy attempted two assaults near the settlement of Huliaipole, both of which were unsuccessful, leaving the Ukrainian defenses intact.

On the Orikhiv front, the enemy launched eight unsuccessful attacks near Mala Tokmachka, Novodanilivka, Novoandriivka, and Shcherbaky. Ukrainian forces held their positions firmly, ensuring the enemy could not advance. Similarly, on the Prydniprovia front, the enemy made four unsuccessful attempts to capture Ukrainian positions, with no losses in territory.

As the day progressed, the intensity of combat did not diminish. By 22:00, 153 engagements had been recorded, with more than half of them occurring on the Pokrovske and Kurakhove fronts. Russian forces launched a series of air and missile strikes across Ukraine, including one missile strike, 59 airstrikes dropping 79 guided aerial bombs, and the deployment of 532 kamikaze drones. Additionally, they conducted nearly 3,300 artillery barrages targeting Ukrainian military positions and civilian areas.

The Hariv sector saw an increase in activity, with the enemy launching two assaults near Vovchansk and Tykhe. One engagement was still ongoing at the time of reporting. The Kupyansk direction faced 15 enemy attacks near Synkivka, Kruhl'iakivka, Stelmashivka, and Pishchane, all of which were successfully repelled by Ukrainian defenders.

On the Lyman front, the enemy executed 18 assaults near Druzhliubivka, Cherneshchyna, Nevske, Makiivka, Bilohorivka, and Novosadove. While two engagements were ongoing, the majority were thwarted by Ukrainian forces. In the Siversk area, Ukrainian troops repelled three enemy assaults near Verkhn’okamianka and Ivano-Daryivka, with one battle still in progress.

The Kramatorsk front saw the enemy attempt four assaults with aviation support near Chasiv Yar, Stupochky, and Bila Hora, all of which were stopped by Ukrainian forces. On the Toretsk front, 12 engagements were reported, with Ukrainian troops successfully repelling all attacks near Toretsk, Dachne, Shcherbynyivka, and Nelypivka.

The Pokrovske sector remained a hotspot, with 39 enemy attacks recorded since the start of the day near Novooleksandrivka, Novotoretske, Hrodivka, Novohrodivka, Mykolaivka, Krasnyi Yar, Vozdvyzhenka, Myroliubivka, and Marynivka. Ukrainian defenders managed to repel 37 of these assaults, with two engagements still in progress.

On the Kurakhove front, 40 enemy attempts to breach Ukrainian defenses were reported near Zhelanne Pershe, Ukrainsk, Tsukuryno, Dalne, Heorhiivka, and Kostyantynivka. Thirty-eight of these attacks were repelled, with two still ongoing. In the Vremivka sector, the enemy launched six attacks near Katerynivka and Bohoyavlenka, with four battles still in progress.

Other fronts saw no significant changes in the situation, indicating a period of relative stability in those areas. However, the intensity of combat on the primary fronts continues to highlight the ongoing challenges faced by Ukrainian forces.

Today, special recognition is extended to the soldiers of the 43rd Separate Mechanized Brigade, the 14th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, and the 68th Separate J?ger Brigade named after Oleksa Dovbush. These units have been instrumental in effectively destroying the enemy and inflicting heavy losses in personnel and equipment.

As Ukrainian forces continue to resist and repel the enemy's aggressive maneuvers, the resolve to defend the nation remains unbroken. The commitment and bravery displayed by the Ukrainian military serve as a testament to the nation's unwavering determination to protect its sovereignty and achieve victory.

"Glory to the Ukrainian defenders and defenders!"

Slava Ukraini! ????