Victory Chronicles-DAY 1126

Ukraine’s Air Force conducted a precision strike on a Russian military site in Kursk region, killing up to 30 Russian troops, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on March 25.

The strike hit a military base in Kondrativka, Kursk region, completely destroying the facility, according to the statement. The General Staff noted that eliminating this military infrastructure weakens Russia’s ability to conduct operations in Sumy and Kursk regions. “Air Force pilots, along with other defense units, will continue targeting the enemy to degrade its military capacity,” the statement said.

Denmark to allocate 130 million euros for investments in Ukraine’s defense industry. Denmark will provide financial guarantees to Danish companies investing in Ukraine’s defense industry, ensuring up to 70 percent of investments, Ukrainian officials announced on March 25.

Known as the “Danish Model” – part of a coalition of countries – to purchase weapons and equipment from Ukrainian manufacturers, the Danish Export and Investment Fund (EIFO) will oversee the program, which totals 130 million euros, according to First Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko..

“EIFO is well known to Danish businesses, as it has already been actively supporting both domestic enterprises and investments in Ukraine,” Svyrydenko said.

Russian drone attack ignites warehouse fires in Kyiv region. Fires broke out at warehouse facilities in the Kyiv suburbs of Fastiv and Boryspil districts, following a Russian drone attack, Ukrainian emergency officials reported on March 25.

According to the State Emergency Service (SES), the blazes were extinguished overnight after falling drone fragments  set fire to the buildings. “There were no casualties or injuries,” the SES stated. Officials in the Kyiv regional administration confirmed that emergency crews continue to assess and mitigate the aftermath of the attack.

Ukrainian Navy neutralizes Russian sea mine off Odesa’s Black Sea coast. A Ukrainian Navy unit has destroyed a drifting Russian sea mine that washed ashore in Odesa region, the Navy reported on March 25.

According to the statement, waves in the Black Sea pushed the mine as it floatedtoward the coastline before naval personnel safely neutralized it. “Thanks to the professional actions of our service members, the threat was eliminated,” Ukraine’s Navy said. Officials reiterated warnings about the ongoing restrictions on access to unsecured coastal areas due to mine hazards.

Before Russia’s all-out invasion, Odesa was a popular beach and resort destination, especially after Moscow’s initial invasion in 2014 when Ukraine’s Crimean Peninsula was illegally annexed.

Key Takeaways:

• US and Russian delegations met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on March 24 following US–Ukrainian talks on March 23 about the details of temporary ceasefires on long-range strikes and in the Black Sea.
• Ukrainian forces recently advanced in Demidovka along the interstate border in northwestern Belgorod Oblast amid ongoing Ukrainian attacks in the area.
• The Kremlin is recirculating existing narratives aimed at undermining support for Ukraine amid the negotiations in Riyadh and likely remains uninterested in conducting meaningful negotiations to end the war.
• Russia continues to persecute religious minorities, especially Evangelical Christian communities in occupied Kherson Oblast as part of a wider campaign in occupied Ukraine aimed at destroying independent Ukrainian national and religious identities.
• Ukrainian forces recently advanced in Belgorod Oblast and near Toretsk and Pokrovsk, and Russian forces recently advanced near Siversk, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, and Velyka Novosilka.
• Russian forces are reportedly failing to adequately provision first-person view (FPV) drone units amid ongoing efforts to centralize Russian drone operations under the Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD).

Ukrainian soldier Oleksii Khomov dies from combat wounds in Dnipro hospital. Sr. Soldier Oleksii Khomov, known by the call sign “Khoma,” died on July 6 at the Mechnikov Hospital in Dnipro from wounds sustained during combat near Klishchiivka in the Bakhmut district of Donetsk region on June 20. He suffered a blast wound after a Russian drone dropped explosives on his position. Despite multiple surgeries, doctors were unable to save him. He was 42 years old.

Originally from Nikopol, Dnipropetrovsk region, Khomov had a passion for music and studied at Music School No. 1, where he excelled at playing the accordion. In 2015, he earned a degree from the National Metallurgical Academy of Ukraine in quality control, standardization, and certification, also specializing in management. He was known for his integrity and leadership and was a devoted husband and father.

Khomov first joined Ukraine’s defense forces in 2014 during the Anti-Terrorist Operation (ATO) when Russia had initially invaded the country and was awarded the Presidential Decoration for ATO Participation and the “For Exemplary Service” badge. When Russia launched its full-scale invasion, he re-enlisted, serving in a mortar platoon within the Kholodnyi Yar” 93rd Mechanized Brigade .

“My father was brave, determined, and honorable. He always fought for justice and never backed down from his goals. He was an example for my brother and me, showing us what true strength looks like. His last words to us will stay in our hearts forever: ‘No matter what happens, stay together, support each other, and you will overcome any challenge.’” said his daughter Olena Khomova.

Khoma was laid to rest on July 10 in Nikopol, at the Honorary Burial Alley for fallen soldiers. He is survived by his widowed wife, daughter, and son.

*Oleksii’s story on the Heroes Memorial – a platform for stories about the fallen defenders of Ukraine.

• UK calls Ukrainian strike on Russia’s Engels airbase most successful of 2025
• AFP: New round of Ukraine-US talks conclude in Riyadh
• Survey: Ukrainians support 30-day ceasefire but reject Russian demands
• Reuters: US senators call for use of frozen Russian assets to pressure Moscow
• US State Department: Details of lasting peace in Ukraine can only be discussed after full ceasefire