**Russia-Ukraine War Updates: May 20, 2025**
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has entered its 1,184th day, with ongoing fighting across various fronts. According to the latest updates from the General Staff of Ukraine, yesterday saw a total of 144 combat clashes.
Russian forces carried out significant airstrikes on Ukrainian positions and settlements, including 90 air strikes, dropping 144 guided aerial bombs, and engaging 2,492 kamikaze drones. The artillery shelling by Russian troops reached 5,291 rounds, with 114 coming from multiple launch rocket systems.
The areas most affected by Russian aggression include:
* Donetsk region: Novopil
* Zaporizhia region: Novodarivka, Vysoke, Hulyaipole, and Novoandreivka
In response to these attacks, Ukrainian forces have hit several enemy targets, including 12 concentrations of personnel, weapons, and equipment; three command posts; one air defense system; five missile forces and artillery systems; and two other important objects.
**Key Battles**
The fighting has been intense across multiple fronts. In the Kharkiv direction, Russian forces attempted to advance six times but were repelled in Vovchansk, Kamyanka, and Malaya Shapkivka. The enemy also tried to push forward four times in the Kupyansk direction but was met with resistance near Kindrashivka, Zagryzovoye, and Novaya Kruglyakivka.
In the Lyman direction, 17 clashes occurred as Russian forces attempted to advance towards Ridkodub, Hrekivka, Zelena Dolyna, Novosergiyevka, Olhivka, Novy Mir, and Serebryansk forest. The Ukrainian defenders successfully repelled enemy attacks in the Bilogorivka area of the Siversky direction.
**Enemy Losses**
The General Staff of Ukraine reports significant losses for Russian forces, including 870 soldiers killed over the past day. Additionally, four tanks, five armored combat vehicles, 32 artillery systems, and 105 unmanned aerial vehicles were neutralized by Ukrainian troops. The estimated total combat losses for the enemy since February 2022 have been substantial.
**Commentary**
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in significant human suffering and economic costs for both nations. The relentless shelling and airstrikes by Russian forces are a testament to their determination to gain control over Ukrainian territory, despite the heavy losses they incur.
Ukrainian soldiers continue to display resilience and bravery in the face of overwhelming enemy fire, successfully repelling multiple attacks across various fronts. As the conflict drags on, it becomes increasingly clear that neither side is willing to yield, setting the stage for continued fighting and further humanitarian crises.
**Update**: The situation remains fluid as new developments emerge from the frontlines. Stay informed with our updates and analysis of this ongoing conflict.
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