Archive · 30 Sep 2025
Russia Claims Control of Two Villages in Donetsk Region
Russia says it has taken over two villages in eastern Ukraine.
These villages are called Shandryholove and Zarichne.
The Russian Defence Ministry made this announcement, showing videos of their troops.
Meanwhile, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is making progress in a counter-offensive operation near Dobropillia.
The situation in Kupiansk and parts of Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions is not easy, according to Zelenskyy.
Russia now holds about 19 % of Ukrainian territory.
The military has not confirmed Russia’s claims.
It's a situation where both sides are claiming gains, but it's hard to know the exact truth because news sources cannot always verify the information.
Russia claims to have seized Shandryholove and Zarichne in Donetsk region.
The Russian Defence Ministry released a statement and video footage regarding the capture.
Ukrainian officials did not immediately comment on the Russian announcement.
President Zelenskyy reported progress in a counter-offensive near Dobropillia.
The front line now extends over 1,250 km (775 miles).
- Who
- Russian forces
- What
- Took control of Shandryholove and Zarichne in the Donetsk region.
- When
- Announced on Monday
- Where
- Donetsk region, Ukraine
- Why
- To expand control in eastern Ukraine.
- Location
- Donetsk region, Ukraine
- Captured Villages
- Shandryholove and Zarichne
- Russian Advancement
- Slowly advancing in eastern and southern Ukraine
- Ukrainian Counter-offensive
- Ongoing near Dobropillia, Donetsk region
- Ukrainian Territory held by Russia
- Approximately 19%