Russian Naval Infantry brigades are currently engaged in combat operations in the Dobropillya area of Ukraine. The 177th, 40th, and 155th Brigades are conducting attacks near Poltavka, and the 336th Brigade is operating near Nove Shakove, according to a September 25th report from War Unit Observer. The 61st Naval Infantry Brigade is reportedly being held in reserve. Meanwhile, the Freedom Legion, likely referring to the Ukrainian military unit, announced a fundraising campaign for car repairs on September 25th, sharing payment links and a PayPal address. This activity occurs as previous reports from September 25th indicated that NORAD tracked Russian aircraft in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone. Additionally, Ukraine's Air Force claimed to have shot down a Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber in the Zaporozhye region. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on September 25th that American troops will not be involved in the conflict in Ukraine, with the U.S. opting instead to sell weapons to European nations for them to transfer to Kyiv.
