re: Latest Updates: Russia-Ukraine Conflict.

Denys Shtilierman
@DenShtilierman

Only the third of May, and the Unmanned Systems Forces already have a massive report for May. They're actively shredding enemy air defense, logistics, and handing out tickets to Kobzon on an industrial scale. In particular, FP-2 drones destroyed: Pantsir-S1 short-range air defense gun-missile complex — settlement of Novyi Svit; Tor SAM system — settlement of Markivska; P-18 type radar — settlement of Sofiivka; electronic warfare unit of the "Rubikon" subunit — settlement of Mariupol; electronic warfare unit of the "Storm" subunit — settlement of Kamyanske; electronic warfare unit of the ROV — settlement of Stepok; telecommunications center in the city of Mariupol; 6 air traffic control complexes, enemy subunit repair base in the settlement of Kadivka. Thanks to SBS for the incredible cooperation.

"May air defense downfall has begun: 2 SAM systems, 2 radars, 6 ATC complexes, Rubikon and Storm EW units, telecommunications center in Mariupol, etc.

Fiery Sunday greetings to Primorsky on Leningrad soil! The SOU joint operation on key bug liquor dens continues.

Using deep-strike means, SBS under the coordination of the Deep-Strike Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces inflicted a series of strikes on military facilities in the TOT of Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Luhansk regions, in particular:

• Pantsir-S1 short-range air defense gun-missile complex — settlement of Novyi Svit, TOT of Donetsk region, SBS Birds 1 unit

• Tor SAM system — settlement of Markivska, Luhansk region, SBS Birds 1 unit

• P-18 type radar — settlement of Herasivka, TOT of Luhansk region, "Phoenix" subunit (State Border Guard Service / SBS Grouping)

• P-18 type radar — settlement of Sofiivka, TOT of Zaporizhzhia region, SBS Birds 1 unit

• EW unit of the "Rubikon" subunit, settlement of Mariupol, TOT of Donetsk region, 9th Battalion "Kairos" 414th Brigade "Madjar's Birds"

• EW unit of the "Storm" subunit, settlement of Kamyanske, TOT of Donetsk region, 9th Battalion "Kairos" 414th Brigade "Madjar's Birds"

• EW unit of ROV, settlement of Stepok, TOT of Zaporizhzhia region, 9th Battalion "Kairos" 414th Brigade "Madjar's Birds"

• Telecommunications center in the city of Mariupol, TOT of Donetsk region, SBS Birds 1 unit

• 6 ATC complexes — air traffic control system, TOT, pilots of 412th SBS Brigade "Nemesis" jointly with 1 SBS unit

• Enemy subunit repair base in the settlement of Kadivka, in the TOT of Luhansk region, 1 SBS unit

Next, of course, there will be more…"

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Honest question...Exports are down but is production actually down?

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It seems that actual crude oil production is in decline in Russia. It's not like there is any investment in exploration there.. This was already predicted before 2022.

ISW assesses the past month. Russian forces in a slight net loss of territory. Surveying operations is difficult considering Russian tactics.

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Key Takeaways

Russian forces in April 2026 suffered a net loss of territory controlled in the Ukrainian theater for the first time since Ukraine’s August 2024 incursion into Kursk Oblast.

The relative decline in the rate of Russian advances may be related in part to annual seasonal patterns.

The rate of Russian advances has slowed in 2026 compared to 2025, but the changing character of the war, particularly Russia’s increased use of infiltration tactics over the course of 2025, makes year-on-year comparisons difficult.

The Kremlin uses Russian infiltration tactics in part to exaggerate Russian control of terrain.

ISW has reviewed and refined its mapping data and methodology, identifying and rectifying some data artifacts that did not affect the visible map geometry but did affect some calculations of area.

These changes have not affected ISW’s previously assessed trendlines of the Russian rate of advance.

Russian milbloggers identified problems with the Russian air campaign and assessed that Russian forces may not be able to take advantage of reported increased bombing capabilities.

Russian forces recently advanced near Novopavlivka and in western Zaporizhia Oblast. Ukrainian forces recently advanced in the Kostyantynivka-Druzhkivka tactical area.

Ukrainian forces likely struck a Russian air defense system during their April 30 to May 1 overnight strike against Krasnodar Krai.

Russian forces launched 163 drones toward Ukraine overnight.

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Russia hasn’t gained. Will summer change things?

Again, the value of a good retainment dike cannot be overestimated.

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The penny is dropping for the idiots. Dead man walking.

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Ukrainians are pre-gaming. Kickoff in five days. Will there be a pep rally?

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Floating roof tanks.

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Not needed during normal operations.

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So they are only needed during abnormal operations? Please explain what you mean.