Ukraine Conflict Monitor

The Ukraine Conflict Monitor provides detailed weekly updates and analyses on the dynamic frontlines of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, focusing on territorial changes, military operations, and strategic shifts. It also covers the military-political situation in Belarus and its cooperation with Russia, offering insights into defense postures, civilian impacts, and international military support.

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Ukraine Conflict Monitor- 06 January - 12 January 2024

216 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict
  1. Limited frontline changes in Ukraine last week; Operational-strategic situation remained unchanged.
  2. Russians targeted Ukrainian civilian infrastructure in Kharkiv Oblast, including a hotel where foreign journalists stayed.
  3. Russians made slight progress in certain areas, but overall tempo of attacks decreased; Ukrainian defensive posture remained unchanged.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 03 February – 09 February 2024

117 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Conflict
  1. Russian advances continued in Ukraine, capturing territory but facing local Ukrainian counterattacks due to shortages of ammunition and manpower.
  2. Russians targeted Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and conducted cross-border operations, with small advances in various key areas.
  3. The Southern Direction saw marginal gains for both sides, while Ukrainian positions near Krynky on Dnipro's left bank were maintained successfully.
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Ukraine Conflict Monitor

884 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict Military operations
  1. The Ukrainian Black Sea Lowland plays a significant role in military operations in Southern Ukraine.
  2. A well-developed road and rail network enhances the maneuverability and logistics support for combat forces.
  3. Hydrography, like the Dnipro River, shapes operational directions in the area of operation.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 22 July – 28 July 2023 (Weekly update)

334 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict
  1. Russian forces made no significant frontline changes in the Kharkiv Oblast despite ground and artillery attacks.
  2. In the Velyka Novosilka axis, Ukrainians captured Staromaiors'ke, but the main focus remained on the Orikhiv area.
  3. Ukrainian operations saw the deployment of the 10th Corps to revive their attacks and sustain continuous pressure on Russian forces.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 17 June – 23 June 2023 (Weekly update)

353 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict Russian military
  1. Ukrainian forces had minimal gains in the southern region, and the counteroffensive momentum has slowed down.
  2. Reports of an operational pause in the southern direction are unlikely as rotations of attacks continue on a regular basis.
  3. Russian artillery and ground units returned to previously occupied positions, with limited missile and drone attacks reported.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 5 June - 11 June 2023 (Weekly update)

334 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Ukraine Russia Military Strategies
  1. Ukrainians launched a counteroffensive spanning Zaporizhihia and Donetsk Oblasts, liberating over 60 sq km of territory
  2. Russian attacks in Kharkiv and Luhansk Oblasts had no frontline changes; Ukrainian counterattacks were limited but successful
  3. Challenges faced by Ukrainians in terms of losses, air defense capabilities, and the need to maintain momentum in the ongoing counteroffensive

Belarus Security Update – 15 – 21 January 2024

39 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Belarus Military Security Russia Ukraine
  1. The posture of the Belarusian Armed Forces remained unchanged over the past week.
  2. Military-political developments in Belarus focused on upcoming strategic military documents like the military doctrine and national security concept.
  3. Belarusian military officials had active engagements, including readiness inspections, international meetings, and training events.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor

294 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Ukraine conflict Military operations
  1. The collapse of the Nova Kakhovka Dam impacts military operations in the Kherson Oblast, allowing for potential redeployment of Russian forces.
  2. Ukrainian efforts to conduct a river-crossing operation across the Dnipro faced challenges due to the heightened military presence and destruction of the dam.
  3. The destruction of the dam temporarily restricts Ukrainian operations, impacting their ability to engage Russian forces in the Kherson direction.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 24 April – 30 April 2023 (Weekly update)

314 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🌍 World Politics Military Actions International Aid
  1. No significant changes on the ground in Ukraine last week; Both sides preparing for Ukrainian counteroffensive.
  2. Russian operations in Kharkiv Oblast focused on artillery and missile attacks; No gains in ground attacks.
  3. Russian gains seen in Bakhmut where they control 75% of the city; Belorussian Armed Forces remained in readiness with no changes in posture.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 22 May – 28 May (Weekly update)

275 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🌍 World Politics International relations Security Measures
  1. Frontline in Ukraine had minimal changes; Situation seemed stable but signs indicate a possible major Ukrainian push
  2. Russian forces did not advance in Kharkiv Oblast; Some unconfirmed gains made in Bilohorivka in Luhansk Oblast
  3. Russians did not change frontlines in Donetsk Oblast; Ukrainians may have progressed in Avdiivka; Wagner forces transferred responsibility to Donetsk People's Republic in Bakhmut

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 3 April – 9 April 2023 (Weekly update)

275 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict International relations
  1. Frontline in Ukraine remained mostly static last week with some tactical gains by Russians in certain areas and repelled attacks in others.
  2. Russian offensive potential in Bakhmut did not peak last week, while ground attacks near Avdiivka were pushed back.
  3. Belarusian Armed Forces conducting readiness checks and training, with no major changes seen in their military posture.