Due to critical manpower losses and the failure of the offensive operation in Sumy Oblast, Russian occupation forces continue to involve North Korean troops in active combat operations.
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Ukraine intercepts North Korean drone operators guiding Russian MLRS fire
The Defense Forces of Ukraine have intercepted communications between North Korean drone operators and personnel of the Russian army. North Korean UAV operators adjusted the fire of multiple launch rocket systems against Ukrainian positions.
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Russian drones conduct reconnaissance in Sumy Oblast
Operating from the territory of Kursk Oblast, these units conduct aerial reconnaissance missions using UAVs, identify positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and assist in adjusting fire on Ukrainian positions in Sumy Oblast.
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Russia deploys North Korean forces in Sumy Oblast
The command of the Russian occupation army is engaging units of the North Korean forces to support operations in Sumy Oblast. pic.twitter.com/qQr1b0RR0g
— Генеральний штаб ЗСУ (@GeneralStaffUA) 16 octobre 2025The command of the Russian occupation army is deploying units of the North Korean armed forces to support operations in Sumy Oblast.
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Thanks to Defense Forces for destroying occupiers and liberating Donetsk
Sincere gratitude to all units of the Defense Forces who continue to destroy Russian occupiers, hold the front, and liberate Ukrainian Donetsk region.
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Enemy losses: 1289 units of weapons and military equipment
The enemy also lost 1289 units of weapons and military equipment, including 32 tanks, 101 armored fighting vehicles, 154 artillery systems, 5 multiple rocket launchers, 435 vehicles, 562 motorcycles, and over 4,000 UAVs.
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182.8 sq km liberated, 230.1 sq km cleared in Pokrovsk district
Ukrainian defenders liberated 182.8 sq km of territory in the Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region. Another 230.1 sq km were cleared of enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups.
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Ukrainian Defense Forces Conduct Stabilisation and Active Defence in Pokrovsk District
In the territory of the Pokrovsk district of Donetsk Oblast, the Ukrainian Defense Forces are conducting both stabilization and counter-diversionary measures, particularly in and around the city of Pokrovsk, as well as active defense measures.
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National Guard Omega unit destroys Russian tank
Спецпризначенці Нацгвардії з ЦСП "Омега" виявили та уразили ворожий танк – горів як треба! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/Md9OSZnYM9
— НГУ (@ng_ukraine) 16 octobre 2025Спецпризначенці Нацгвардії з ЦСП "Омега" виявили та уразили ворожий танк – горів як треба!
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Soldiers of the 138th Special Purpose Center on Pokrovsk direction
Триває оборонна операція Сил оборони України на Покровському напрямку.
— Генеральний штаб ЗСУ (@GeneralStaffUA) 16 octobre 2025
Серед тих, хто мужньо та професійно тримають цей відтинок фронту воїни 138-го центру спецпризначення Військової служби правопорядку. На відео – епізоди їхньої бойової роботи.
Слава Україні! pic.twitter.com/3tn6Zy2jzkAn offensive defensive operation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continues on the Pokrovsk direction.
Among those who bravely and professionally hold this stretch of the front are the soldiers of the 138th Special Purpose Center of the Military Police. In the video are episodes of their combat work.
Glory to Ukraine!