Report by Syrskiy: Zelensky reported the concentration of the occupiers' main efforts in Donetsk region

According to hvylya.net: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky published information on the situation at the front in Donbas on July 18, 2025, on social media, citing a report from Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskiy.

According to the president, the enemy's main efforts are currently focused in Donetsk region, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction and other important sections of the front. 'The greatest effort has been concentrated by the occupiers precisely in Donetsk region,' emphasized the head of state.

Zelensky expressed gratitude to the Ukrainian military for their resilience and noted the successful work of the Special Operations Forces and other military units in various directions. He emphasized the need for an adequate response to any enemy provocations and stated that no sabotage group would survive under Ukrainian fire.

Discussion on strengthening Ukrainian forces

Additionally, the president reported on a meeting between the Commander-in-Chief and the Minister of Defense regarding the reinforcement of Ukrainian efforts in the war and striking strong blows against the enemy. Zelensky promised to provide all possible support to achieve these goals.

The president also drew attention to the situation at the border in Sumy and Kharkiv regions, as well as to Russian drone attacks on the civilian population in the south of the country. Zelensky emphasized the readiness to respond to such attacks and thanked everyone who helps Ukraine win this war.

After the publication of the Commander-in-Chief's report, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted the importance of deploying Ukrainian troops to counter Russian aggression in Donbas. He also expressed support for Ukrainian servicemen and called for even greater unity and solidarity among the nation during these difficult times.