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Ukrainians Repel Russian Assault Despite Deteriorating Southern Front

11/17/2025

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  • On November 15, 2025, Russian forces launched an armored assault on Novopavlivka, which Ukrainian forces repelled, inflicting significant losses on Russian equipment and personnel.
  • Foggy weather allowed Russian troops to establish a pontoon crossing and infiltrate areas such as Dachne and Pokrovsk, complicating drone operations for both sides.
  • The Ukrainian military acknowledged a deteriorating southern front, with Russian forces advancing toward Huliaipole and threatening regional stability.