The Russian army continues its special military operation in Ukraine. As of 25 November, the situation along the main sectors of the front is reported as follows.

During the night, Russian forces carried out a combined strike on targets across Ukraine. Explosions were reported in Kiev, Odessa, Kharkov, Poltava, Cherkassy and Sumy regions.

Kharkov direction

Heavy fighting is ongoing in the southern part of Volchansk. To the west of Sinelnikovo, clashes are taking place in the forested area. On the Kupyansk sector, Russian units are advancing in the eastern part of the city in the direction of Kupyansk-Uzlovoi. There is also reported progress in the area of Sobolevka.

Seversk direction

The battle for Svyato-Pokrovskoye continues. Inside Seversk itself, fighting has moved to the streets.

Krasnoarmeisk (Pokrovsk) direction

Russian forces are repelling Ukrainian counterattacks coming from the area of Grishino. In Mirnograd, Russian assault units are advancing in the Vostochny and Zapadny districts, as well as in the southern part of the town. On the Dobropolye sector, Russian troops are moving towards Sofievka. Fighting is also ongoing in the northern part of Shakhovo.

Gulyai-Polye direction

The Russian army has taken control of Zatishe. Russian units are also clearing Chervonoe and Zeleny Gai of remaining Ukrainian forces. Gulyai-Polye is being assaulted from three directions, and heavy fighting is reported in Novopavlovka.

Zaporozhye direction

Russian troops have entered Novodanilovka. In Malaya Tokmachka, battles continue on the western outskirts.