Ukrainian Forces Report Significant Combat Clashes

On August 29, 2024, the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported 156 combat clashes, predominantly in the Pokrovsk sector, where three missile strikes and significant drone attacks were also recorded. The enemy launched 43 air strikes and over 500 kamikaze drone assaults, resulting in heavy combat across multiple sectors, including Kharkiv, Kupyansk, and Lyman. Despite the assaults, Ukrainian forces successfully repelled many of the attacks, inflicting considerable losses on the enemy, including the destruction of personnel, vehicles, and drones. The previous day, August 28, saw even higher activity with 195 clashes, highlighting a consistent trend of intense fighting. The General Staff noted that the most active areas included Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, and Kupyansk, with significant employment of various weaponry by the enemy. The situation remains critical as Ukrainian defenses continue to hold against persistent assaults.