Russian forces have conducted a multi-pronged attack on Kherson, targeting the city center with aerial bombs, drones, and artillery. The Kherson Regional State Administration building has been severely damaged, reportedly destroyed, impacting nearby apartment buildings, a medical facility, and educational institutions. At least two people have been injured in these strikes. The attack coordinates are approximately 46.6354, 32.6169. This escalation highlights the ongoing intensity of conflict in the region.
Russian forces are intensifying their operations in the Sumy region, focusing on settlements like Kindrativka, Oleksiyivka, and Lokna, which are nearly under complete control. Troops are attempting to breach the border near Sadky to advance into Myropillya. Strategic locations such as Khotyn and Yunakivka are crucial for creating a buffer zone, with Yunakivka offering significant defensive structures. Control over Pysarivka and Khotin is vital for targeting Sumy and managing logistics. The coordinates for Kindrativka are approximately 51.0171, 34.9406. This development indicates a potential shift in regional control and increased pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
The situation on the southern front of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict remains critical. Recent days have seen a significant increase in enemy air strikes, with guided and unguided missiles being used extensively. In the Novopavlivske direction, Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully repelled 13 assaults near Odradne, Vesele, Vilne Pole, Novosilka, Novopil, and Bahatyr. Notably, there were no enemy offensives in the Hulyaipil, Orikhiv, and Prydniprov directions.
Over 320 enemy attacks were recorded, involving more than 1,330 rounds of ammunition. Approximately 600 strikes were carried out using kamikaze drones, and 235 airdrops from UAVs were conducted. The Tavria anti-aircraft system successfully destroyed 8 Shahed UAVs.
In the Zaporizhia region, 14 CABs were deployed, and 141 settlements were attacked with NARs. Artillery shelling impacted frontline communities in Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Casualties include 2 deaths and 10 injuries in Kherson, 5 injuries in Nikopol, 2 in Zaporizhia, and 1 in Mykolaiv. Key geographic coordinates include Kherson (46.6354, 32.6169) and Nikopol (47.5688, 34.3962).
Over 320 enemy attacks were recorded, involving more than 1,330 rounds of ammunition. Approximately 600 strikes were carried out using kamikaze drones, and 235 airdrops from UAVs were conducted. The Tavria anti-aircraft system successfully destroyed 8 Shahed UAVs.
In the Zaporizhia region, 14 CABs were deployed, and 141 settlements were attacked with NARs. Artillery shelling impacted frontline communities in Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhia, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Casualties include 2 deaths and 10 injuries in Kherson, 5 injuries in Nikopol, 2 in Zaporizhia, and 1 in Mykolaiv. Key geographic coordinates include Kherson (46.6354, 32.6169) and Nikopol (47.5688, 34.3962).
The defense forces in Southern Ukraine have reported significant enemy losses over the past day. The operations resulted in the elimination of 78 enemy personnel and the destruction of various military assets, including 1 tank, 11 artillery systems, and 9 UAVs such as Zala, Supercam, and Orlan. Additionally, 11 units of automotive equipment, 1 air defense system, and 1 ground drone were destroyed. Critical infrastructure targeted included 6 power supply storage locations and 58 shelters. This activity is likely concentrated around the coordinates 46.4825, 30.7233, reflecting ongoing strategic strikes in the region.
Ukrainian defense forces have successfully repelled two attacks by occupying forces in the Kupiansk direction, specifically near the area of Zahryzove. This indicates ongoing hostilities in the region as Ukrainian forces maintain control. The geographic coordinates for Kupiansk are approximately 49.7128, 37.6156. This development highlights the continued strategic importance of this area in the conflict.
During the night of June 5, a significant enemy UAV attack was launched against Ukraine from multiple directions, including Kursk, Orel, Millerovo, Primorsko-Akhtarsk in Russia, and Chauda in Crimea. Additionally, an Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missile was fired from Rostov Oblast. The primary targets were the Chernihiv, Kharkiv, and Odessa regions. Ukrainian air defenses successfully neutralized 74 out of 103 Shahed UAVs and other drones. Of these, 28 were shot down by firepower, while 46 were suppressed by electronic warfare. This operation highlights the ongoing threat and the effective response by Ukrainian defense forces. Notable coordinates for these regions include Chernihiv (51.4982, 31.2893), Kharkiv (49.9935, 36.2304), and Odessa (46.4825, 30.7233).
Ukrainian forces have reportedly struck an oil depot at the Engels-2 airfield in Russia, a key site for refueling Russian strategic aviation. This attack highlights ongoing efforts to disrupt Russian military logistics. The Engels-2 airfield is located near Engels, Russia, with approximate coordinates of 51.5000, 46.1167. The impact on Russian air operations could be significant, given the strategic importance of the site. Further assessments will be needed to determine the extent of damage and potential repercussions on military activities in the region.
In the Konstantinovsky direction, Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled Russian infantry attacks near Popovy Yar and south of Poltavka. Intense fighting is ongoing in Yablonovka. Russian forces have occupied a strategic "pocket" between Zarya and Romanovka and are advancing in northern Zarya, targeting forest belts towards Aleksandro-Kalinovo. On the right flank, clashes continue around Dachnoye and Dyleevka. Key coordinates for the Zarya-Romanovka pocket are approximately 48.5000, 37.7500. This area remains highly contested, indicating a volatile front line.
This morning, Ukrainian drones targeted the Rosreserv Kristall fuel depot in Engels, Russia. This facility is critical as it supplies fuel to the Engels bomber base, potentially impacting Russian air operations. The attack highlights the strategic use of UAVs by Ukraine to disrupt logistics and supply chains. Engels is located at approximately 51.5000, 46.1167. The incident underscores the ongoing escalation in the region and the tactical focus on infrastructure vulnerabilities.