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Maita'i Catamaran

Maitaʻi is a Tahitian word meaning “excellence”. You’ll call it fun.

The amazing Maitaʻi Catamaran is an ocean adventure, sight-seeing tour and party all in one. This “state of the art”, twin hulled, 45 foot catamaran seats 49 passengers comfortably. United States Coast Guard inspected and certified, the Maita’i is ultra-safe and a great time for the entire family.

The front boarding ladder makes getting on easy right from the beach. From there, just kick back, have a Mai Tai, and listen to island rhythms from our Bose sound system. And don’t worry, there’s also a bathroom facility right on board. The best feature though, would have to be the Maita’i crew. They’re technically outstanding, and personally entertaining. If you want to laugh your #&! off and have a good time, this is your cat!

The Maitaʻi TradeWind sails are offered at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. The wind and waves rush by on this unique ninety minute sail. The trade winds provide the backdrop as Maita’i surfs the swells off Waikiki. Mai Tais, beer, champagne, wine, juices and soft drinks from our bar are available for purchase onboard.

Maitaiʻs Sunset Mai Tai Sail is at 5:00 pm and the Mahina Moonlight sail is at 7:00 pm. What better way to to end the day! Barefoot board right on Waikiki Beach, then sail out through the surf line and leave the hustle and bustle of Waikiki behind. Sit back and enjoy Hawaii’s beauty as you experience a true Hawaiian sunset. Beverages include Mai Tais, beer, champagne, wine, juices and soft drinks.

We also offer Exclusive Charters that may include food provided by you or a professional caterer. Maita`I is always available for private use for weddings, receptions, parties, family gatherings, memorial service and many other occasions.

Look for the famous Tall Green Sails on Waikiki Beach in between the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and Halekulani Hotel.

To reserve your seats right now – click on ‘ Sail with Us ‘ or our  ‘ Cruise Calendar ‘ to make a reservation.

MAITA'I CATAMARAN

• Located on the beach between the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and the Halekulani Hotel.
• Featuring new equipment that was developed and tested on our previous boat of 20 years, the legendary "Leahi" Catamaran.
• Safe, quiet, environmentally clean propulsion system.
• Convenient barefoot boarding.
• Bathroom facility onboard.
• United States Coast Guard inspected and certified up to 49 passengers.
• Featuring a specially designed "wing mast" which enables Maita'i to reach incredible speeds.
• Two large safety nets located on the bow.
• Bluetooth sound system.
• State of the art, green Spectra sails.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

It is barefoot boarding.  We ask that you take off all footwear and carry it on the boat with you so that we can preserve our non-skid decks.

No, we do sell beverages on the boat ranging from $3 to $6 if they are not already included in your sail.

We have a 24 hour cancellation and rescheduling policy.  If you happen to miss the boat there will be no refunds or rescheduling.  Please make sure that you allow yourself extra time to get to the boat a little bit early.

We sell shirts, hats and photo’s that we take before you board the boat.  We also have 12oz stainless steel logo mugs that include a complimentary Mai Tai.

We do not cancel for rain but we will cancel for dangerous conditions.  The call to cancel would be made by our company.  No refunds or rescheduling if we do not cancel.

You can park at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel’s parking.  We do not validate but we do sell validation for $3 per hour upon availability. If you spend $25 at the Sheraton Waikiki Edge Bar or Rum Fire, they will validate full validation for 4 hours.

You may bring bags on the boat with you.  We have storage between the seats however please remember that things will probably get wet while you are sailing.

We do not have dry lockers.

We only have a cash bar on the boat.

Yes, we do.  Children 3 and under are free but they still need a reservation.

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NA HOKU 2 & NA HOKU 3

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Na Hoku 2 departs from Kewalo Harbor

Sailing Adventures in Waikiki, Hawaii

Na Hoku 3 departs directly from Waikiki Beach

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Diamond Head Sail (WAIKIKI)

Explore Diamond Head on this fun-filled sailing adventure! Set sail on the high seas and enjoy complimentary beverages of all kinds, great views of Waikiki, and maybe a splash or two!

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Sunset Sail (WAIKIKI)

Navigate the seas of joy aboard our Waikiki sunset sail! Our Sunset Sail tour is a fun and wild 90-minute sail where all drinks are complimentary!

SAIL FROM KEWALO BASIN HARBOR

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South Shore Open Sail (HARBOR)

Embark on a high-seas journey with complimentary drinks, breathtaking Waikiki views, and the possibility of a refreshing splash or two!

Sunset Sail (HARBOR)

Sail into the sunset with this Waikiki adventure cruise! Come enjoy a perfect sea breeze and a Maitai while shaking your hips to great music. Drinks are complimentary!

Friday Night Fireworks (HARBOR)

Enjoy complimentary beers and cocktails while you experience The Hilton’s Friday night fireworks display from a big yellow and red catamaran!

ABOUT NA HOKU 3 & 2 CATAMARANS

NA HOKU 3 is our brand new catamaran located in front of Duke’s Restaurant, departing directly off of the sandy shores of Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Oahu.

NA HOKU 2 has retired from the beach and is now located at Kewalo Basin Harbor Slip F23!

Our breezy adventure cruises include complimentary drinks and will take you to the most beautiful spots, where you can marvel at Diamond Head or see an amazing Hawaiian sunset. With seating for up to 49 guests, including a splash action net area, get ready for some fun – you will likely get splashed! Sail beautiful seas while singing along to great music and sipping on our famous cocktails! You can even enjoy a beer from our sponsors, Pacifico and Modelo! Our team is at your service to keep you smiling all day!

Our catamarans are both USCG Certified Vessel.

RATED 4.5 STARS ON TRIPADVISOR!

They have this operation dialed in. It is short but very sweet. The open bar and fun, yet competent, staff makes for good times on the water. The views are great, they have good music going, and it is fun meeting other folks on board. Definitely check it out!

What a wonderful experience! The crew was friendly and fun. The drinks were tasty and plentiful. The sunset was gorgeous and the moonrise was a terrific bonus. I highly recommend!

This was a great experience. This sail is very calm and relaxing and a completely different experience from the trade wind sails, where you expect to get tossed around and get wet. The crew was very friendly and attentive. The sunset was gorgeous, even though it was overcast all day. My wife and I now prefer this sail over the trade winds sails we have done in the past. Great sail!

My friend was visiting me on the island and we both loved this experience! The crew is so refreshing and fun! It was a mix of young and old! It was a great time! Would definitely recommend!

This is the best deal in Waikiki. Was there for a week and went on this cruise three times. ~$30 for one hour sail with open bar. So, you can sit in a hotel bar and nurse one drink or be on the ocean enjoying amazing views, listen to lively music and chug down multiple drinks. No brainer. Shout out to Dustin for the amazing sailing experience.

This was a total blast! The guys running the boat were friendly and entertaining. The sites were phenomenal. The sea life is gorgeous. And the drinks were very good. I booked a second trip, can’t wait to sale again!

ENJOY YOUR TRIP.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Guests will receive a full refund only with a minimum 24-hour notice of cancellation. Full refunds are also issued in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

During the slower seasons and typically the morning sails, tour cancellations can occur due to a minimum requirement of 6 booked guests. In these rare situations, guests are always given the option to rebook or refund. If you are concerned about your tour, please call with any questions.

Guests wishing to rebook or reschedule must give 24 hours notice. Contact us by phone directly to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows and guests canceling within 24 hours of departure will be charged full price .*Groups of 20 or larger are required to give 72-hour notice to cancel or modify bookings.

Maita'i Catamaran - Sunset Mai Tai Sail

Relax and enjoy Hawaii's beauty as you experience a breathtaking Hawaiian sunset on Maita'i,  a "state of the art," twin-hulled, 44-foot catamaran designed specifically for Waikiki Beach! It features new equipment that was developed and tested on our previous boat of 20 years, the legendary "Leahi" Catamaran.  It has a quiet, safe,  environmentally clean propulsion system.  Enjoy 2 large safety nets located on the bow with ample room for sunbathing.  It can reach incredible speeds with it's specially designed "wing mast." It includes CD sound system and state of the art, green Spectra sails.  There is a toilet facility onboard.  In order to ensure maximum comfort, we limit numbers although it is US Coast Guard inspected & certified for up to 47 passengers.

Tour Highlights:  

• 1.5 to 2 hour sunset sail along Waikiki Beach
• Enjoy great views of Honolulu, Waikiki and Diamond Head
• Catamaran features 2 large safety nets located on the bow with plenty of room for stretching out and relaxing
• Convenient barefoot boarding right on Waikiki Beach (between the Halekulani Hotel and the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel)
• Catamaran has a CD sound system and state-of-the-art green Spectra sails
• Bathroom facility on board
• U.S. Coast Guard inspected & certified for up to 47 passengers

Where and When: Check-in and boarding is on the beach behind the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, 2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815. View Map From October 1 to February 28: Check in at 4:30 pm. Departure at 5:00 pm. From March 1 to September 30: Check in at 5:00 pm. Departure at 5:30 pm.

Requirements:, restrictions: there are no specific restrictions for this activity., operation days: daily, duration: approx. 1.5 to 2 hours, your ordertotal is $0.00.

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Maita'i Catamaran - Afternoon Delite Sail

Departing right from the beach in Waikiki,  the Maita'i catamaran will take you on a fun afternoon sail along Oahu’s  south shore. Keep an eye out for our "delite"ful friends that we  often come across, including dolphins, turtles, flying fish and whales during  the winter months. This 1.5 hour sail includes drinks like Mai Tai, beer and  wine.

Maita'i Catamaran Features:  

• Convenient barefoot boarding right on Waikiki Beach
• Modern twin-hulled 44-foot catamaran
• Safe, quiet and environmentally clean propulsion system
• Two large safety nets located on the bow with ample room for sunbathing
• Specially designed wing mast, which enables Maita'i to reach incredible speeds
• CD sound system
• State-of-the-art Spectra sails
• Onboard restroom
• U.S. Coast Guard inspected & certified for up to 47 passengers, but we limit passengers to ensure  maximum comfort

Where and When: Cruise time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm (check-in at 2:30 pm) Check-in and boarding is on the beach behind the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel, 2255 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815. View Map

Requirements:, restrictions: there are no specific restrictions for this activity., operation days: closed saturdays, duration: 1.5 hours, your ordertotal is $0.00, all packages.

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Closed Saturdays If you can't select a date in the calendar for dates within the next week, please give us a call. This tour may have last minute availability!

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Maitai catamaran

Afternoon sail, available daily, pick-up not available, not accessible.

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Pick-up/check-in time & location.

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Start time :

• Waikiki Beach between the Halekulani and Sheraton Waikiki Hotels

Important activity information

Restrictions.

• This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
• Children of all ages can participate in this activity.

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

• You can book a maximum of 47.

Additional notes

• The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
• Gratuity is not included in the price.
• Drinks are available for purchase.
• Whale sightings are not guaranteed
• A 17% gratuity is required for parties of ten (10) or more.

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Super fun time and great view if Diamond Head, also loved the crew!

Lots of fun and relaxation on a short 1.5 hour afternoon cruise. Saw hummingbird fish and turtles. Got splashed by the waves and enjoyed our time out on the water

Fun afternoon sail!

It was the perfect day to go sailing. It was raining a lot for the past couple days so I was happy that the weather cleared up when we went. Sunny weather, relaxing Hawaiian music playing while sipping on Maitais. A wond ... erful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. For the toilet, it is your standard boat toilet where you have to go down a ladder through a narrow tunnel to get to the toilet. Luckily, I didn't drink too much so I didn't have to use the bathroom during our 90-minute sail. Overall, I had a great time and would love to go again!

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• • Any cancellations for groups of 9 or fewer passengers made after 14:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. • Any cancellations for groups of 10 to 17 passengers made after 14:00 local time, 4 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. • Any cancellations for groups of 18 or more passengers made after 14:00 local time, 14 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
• • Any change for groups of 9 or fewer passengers made after 14:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc. • Any change for groups of 10 to 17 passengers made after 14:00 local time, 4 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc. • Any change for groups of 18 or more passengers made after 14:00 local time, 14 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/ time, package, the number of participants, etc.

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Change policy, do i need to be able to swim to participate.

Life jackets are not required since there is no swimming on this sailing adventure.

Are photo or video services available?

Most times a photographer is present and takes your photo prior to boarding, these can be viewed and purchased after the trip for a fee. Otherwise, feel free to bring your own camera.

Are you required to wear a life jacket?

No, life jackets are not required to be worn but they are available throughout the boat in case of emergency.

Can I go into the water on this tour?

No, you do not enter the water on this sail.

What type of boat will be used?

The "Maitai" is a United States Coast Guard inspected and certified 44ft catamaran that seats up to 47 passengers, but is limited to fewer for maximum comfort! With a safe, quiet, environmentally-friendly propulsion system and a specially designed "wing mast," this catamaran reaches incredible speeds. Two large safety nets can be found at the front for lounging and relaxation, and clean bathrooms are available on board.

What kind of beverages are available?

Mai Tais, Beer, Wine, Champagne, Juices and Soft Drinks are all available for purchase on-board. Alcoholic beverages are $5 each and soft drinks are $3 each.

Will we see whales?

Every year Humpback Whales migrate to the warm waters of Hawaii, and although not guaranteed, they are often seen between the months of December and April.

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Maita'i Catamaran - Sunset Mai Tai Sail

Sit back and enjoy Hawaii's beauty as you experience a true Hawaiian sunset. Complimentary beverages include Mai Tais, beer, wine, champagne, juices and soft drinks.

Maita'i is a new, state-of-the-art, twin-hulled, 44-foot catamaran designed specifically for Oahu's Waikiki Beach! Maita'i Catamaran Features:

• New equipment that was developed and tested on our previous boat of 20 years, the legendary "Leahi" catamaran
• Safe, quiet, environmentally clean propulsion system
• Two large safety nets located on the bow with ample room for sunbathing
• Convenient barefoot boarding
• Specially designed "wing mast" which enables Maita'i to reach incredible speeds
• CD sound system
• State-of-the-art Spectra sails
• On board restroom
• U.S. Coast Guard inspected & certified for up to 47 passengers, we limit numbers to ensure maximum comfort

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 27, 2024

Angelica Evans, Christina Harward, Riley Bailey, Nicole Wolkov, and Frederick W. Kagan

July 27, 2024, 3:00pm ET  

Click here to see ISW’s interactive map of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This map is updated daily alongside the static maps present in this report.

Click here to see ISW’s 3D control of terrain topographic map of Ukraine. Use of a computer (not a mobile device) is strongly recommended for using this data-heavy tool.

Click here to access ISW’s archive of interactive time-lapse maps of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. These maps complement the static control-of-terrain map that ISW produces daily by showing a dynamic frontline. ISW will update this time-lapse map archive monthly.

Note: The data cut-off for this product was 11:30pm ET on July 27. ISW will cover subsequent reports in the July 28 Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment.

Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted successful drone strikes against an oil refinery and Russian military airfields in Saratov, Ryazan, and Murmansk oblasts on the night of July 26 to 27.  Sources with Ukrainian special services told Ukrainian media   that Ukraine's Main Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR) struck Russian military airfields in Engles, Saratov Oblast; the Dyaghilev Airfield and an oil refinery in Ryazan Oblast; and the Olenya Airfield in Murmansk Oblast with drones.[1]  Suspilne ' s  sources reported that Russian forces base an unspecified number of Tu-95, Tu-22, Tu-134, and Il-78 (tanker) aircraft at the Dyaghilev Airfield and that the GUR drones damaged a TU-22M3 strategic bomber at the Olenya Airfield. Russian officials, including the Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD), claimed that Russian air defenses destroyed an unspecified number of drones over Saratov and Ryazan oblasts, although Russian sources published footage of Ukrainian drones operating over Ryazan City.[2] Additional sources told  Suspilne  that GUR "sabotage activities" damaged an Mi-28 and a Ka-226 helicopter at an aircraft construction enterprise in Moscow Oblast on July 21 and destroyed another Mi-8 helicopter at the Kryazh Airfield in Samara Oblast on July 24.[3] Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi stated during an interview with UK outlet  The Guardian  published on July 24 that Ukrainian drones had targeted around 200 critical infrastructure sites connected to military logistics in rear areas of Russia since the start of the full-scale invasion.[4]

Russia continues to deepen bilateral relations with Iran and North Korea in exchange for the provision of lethal aid to the Russian military for use in Ukraine.  Iranian state-affiliated media outlet  Mehr News Agency  reported on July 23 that Iran will launch its "Hod Hod" and "Kosar" satellites into low earth orbit from an unspecified Russian station in October 2024.[5]  Bloomberg  reported on July 25 that South Korea's Bank of Korea estimated that North Korea's gross domestic product (GDP) grew 3.1 percent in 2023 compared to 2022 after annual contractions since 2019.[6] The Bank of Korea estimated that North Korea's heavy and chemical industries, particularly the production of iron, steel, copper, nickel, and aluminum, grew the most in 2023 by 8.1 percent. South Korean Defense Minister Shin Wonsik previously stated that Russia's provision of food to North Korea in exchange for weapons helped North Korea stabilize prices and likely boosted North Korean domestic manufacturing.[7] North Korea has reportedly transferred as many as 4.8 million artillery shells to Russia, and Iran has supplied Shahed-136/131 drones and components to Russia.[8]

Key Takeaways:

• Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted successful drone strikes against an oil refinery and Russian military airfields in Saratov, Ryazan, and Murmansk oblasts on the night of July 26 to 27.
• Russia continues to deepen bilateral relations with Iran and North Korea in exchange for the provision of lethal aid to the Russian military for use in Ukraine.
• Ukrainian forces recently regained positions near Toretsk, and Russian forces recently advanced west and southwest of Donetsk City, and Ukrainian forces recently advanced in Vovchansk.
• The Russian government continues efforts to use the "Time of Heroes" program to integrate Russian veterans into society.

We do not report in detail on Russian war crimes because these activities are well-covered in Western media and do not directly affect the military operations we are assessing and forecasting. We will continue to evaluate and report on the effects of these criminal activities on the Ukrainian military and the Ukrainian population and specifically on combat in Ukrainian urban areas. We utterly condemn Russian violations of the laws of armed conflict and the Geneva Conventions and crimes against humanity even though we do not describe them in these reports.

• Russian Main Effort – Eastern Ukraine (comprised of three subordinate main efforts)
• Russian Subordinate Main Effort #1 – Push Ukrainian forces back from the international border with Belgorod Oblast and approach to within tube artillery range of Kharkiv City
• Russian Subordinate Main Effort #2 – Capture the remainder of Luhansk Oblast and push westward into eastern Kharkiv Oblast and encircle northern Donetsk Oblast
• Russian Subordinate Main Effort #3 – Capture the entirety of Donetsk Oblast
• Russian Supporting Effort – Southern Axis
• Russian Air, Missile, and Drone Campaign
• Russian Mobilization and Force Generation Efforts
• Russian Technological Adaptations
• Activities in Russian-occupied areas
• Ukrainian Defense Industrial Base Efforts

Russian Information Operations and Narratives

• Significant Activity in Belarus

Russian Main Effort – Eastern Ukraine

Russian Subordinate Main Effort #1 – Kharkiv Oblast   ( Russian objective: Push Ukrainian forces back from the international border with Belgorod Oblast and approach to within tube artillery range of Kharkiv City)

Ukrainian forces recently advanced within Vovchansk (northeast of Kharkiv City) amid continued Russian ground attacks in northern Kharkiv Oblast on July 27. Geolocated footage published on July 26 and 27 indicates that Ukrainian forces recently advanced further along Soborna Street in central Vovchansk and Stepova Street in northeastern Vovchansk.[9] A Russian milblogger claimed that Ukrainian forces counterattacked near Starytsya (northeast of Kharkiv City).[10] Russian forces continued assaults north of Kharkiv City near Hlyboke and Slobozhanske and northeast of Kharkiv City near Vovchansk and Tykhe.[11] The Ukrainian Kharkiv Group of Forces reported that Russian forces transferred several groups from the Sotnytskyi Kozachok area to forward positions, likely in another area of frontline in the Kharkiv direction.[12]

Russian Subordinate Main Effort #2 – Luhansk Oblast  (Russian objective: Capture the remainder of Luhansk Oblast and push westward into eastern Kharkiv Oblast and northern Donetsk Oblast)

Russian forces continued offensive operations along the Kupyansk-Svatove-Kreminna line on July 27, but there were no changes to the frontline. Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces advanced southeast of Kupyansk near Hlushkivka and north of Pishchane and in the forest area west of Kreminna, but ISW has not observed confirmation of these claims.[13] Russian forces continued assaults northeast of Kupyansk near Synkivka; southeast of Kupyansk near Tabaivka, Novoselivske, and Stelmakhivka; southwest of Svatove near Novoyehorivka, Makiivka, Nevske, and Novoserhiivka; west of Kreminna near Terny; and southwest of Kreminna near the Serebryanske forest area.[14]

Russian Subordinate Main Effort #3 – Donetsk Oblast  (Russian objective: Capture the entirety of Donetsk Oblast, the claimed territory of Russia’s proxies in Donbas)

Russian forces continued offensive operations in the Siversk direction on July 27 but did not make confirmed gains in the area. Russian forces continued offensive operations east of Siversk near Verkhnokamyanske and southeast of Siversk near Spirne and Ivano-Dariivka on July 26 and 27.[15] A Russian milblogger claimed that elements of the Russian 106th Airborne (VDV) Division are consolidating positions on the outskirts of Pereizne (south of Siversk).[16] Elements of the Russian 1st Detachment of the “Wolves” Sabotage and Reconnaissance Brigade are reportedly operating near Soledar (south of Siversk), and elements of the 2nd Artillery Brigade (2nd Luhansk People's Republic Army Corps [LNR AC]) are reportedly continuing to operate in the Siversk direction.[17]

Russian forces continued offensive operations near Chasiv Yar on July 27, but there were no confirmed changes to the frontline. Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces continue to advance west of Kalynivka (north of Chasiv Yar), although ISW has yet to observe confirmation of Russian forces operating west of the Siverskyi-Donets Donbas Canal within the settlement or the nearby area.[18] Russian forces continued offensive operations near Chasiv Yar, north of Chasiv Yar near Hryhorivka, and southeast of Chasiv Yar near Andriivka on July 26 and 27.[19]

Ukrainian forces recently regained lost positions near Toretsk amid continued Russian offensive operations in the area on July 27. Geolocated footage published on July 27 indicates that Ukrainian forces recently regained lost positions in northern Pivdenne (southeast of Toretsk).[20] Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces advanced further within central Zalizne (southeast of Toretsk) and in Pivnichne (east of Toretsk), but ISW has not observed confirmation of these claims.[21] Russian forces continued offensive operations near Toretsk, Pivnichne, Zalizne, and south of Toretsk near Niu York on July 26 and 27.[22]

Russian forces reportedly advanced northwest of Avdiivka on July 27, but there were no confirmed changes to the frontline in the area. The Russian MoD claimed that elements of the Russian Central Grouping of Forces seized Lozuvatske (northwest of Avdiivka), consistent with ISW's assessment of Russian advances in the area.[23] Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces advanced to the eastern outskirts of Vesele (northwest of Avdiivka), entered the settlement, and seized up to roughly a third of Vesele, although ISW has not observed confirmation of these claims.[24] Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces northwest of Avdiivka also advanced near Vovche and Prohres and in the direction of Ivanivka.[25] Russian forces continued offensive operations north of Avdiivka near Kalynove; northwest of Avdiivka near Vozdvyzhenka, Novooleksandrivka, Vesele, Serhiivka, Tymofiivka, Novoselivka Persha, Vovche, Zhelanne, Mezhove, and Lysychne; west of Avdiivka near Yasnobrodivka; and southwest of Avdiivka near Karlivka and Netaylove on July 26 and 27.[26] Elements of the 41st Combined Arms Army [CAA] (Central Military District [CMD]) are reportedly operating within Lozuvatske.[27]

Russian forces recently advanced west and southwest of Donetsk City amid continued offensive operations in the area on July 27. Geolocated footage published on July 26 showing Russian forces raising a Russian flag in northern Krasnohorivka (west of Donetsk City) indicates that Russian forces recently advanced in the settlement, and Russian milbloggers claimed that Russian forces also advanced in western Krasnohorivka.[28] Geolocated published on July 27 indicates that Russian forces advanced further south of Kostyantynivka (southwest of Donetsk City) during the roughly reinforced battalion-size mechanized assault that Russian forces conducted in the area on July 24.[29] Russian forces continued offensive operations west of Donetsk City near Heorhiivka and Krasnohorivka and southwest of Donetsk City near Kostyantynivka, Paraskoviivka, and Vodyane on July 26 and 27.[30] Elements of the Russian 242nd Motorized Rifle Regiment (20th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Division, 8th CAA, Southern Military District [SMD]) are reportedly operating near Kostyantynivka, and elements of the Russian 5th and 110th motorized rifle brigades (1st Donetsk People’s Republic [DNR] AC) are reportedly operating within Krasnohorivka.[31]

Positional fighting continued south of Velyka Novosilka, including near Urozhaine, in the Donetsk-Zaporizhia Oblast border area on July 26 and 27.[32] Elements of the Russian 40th Naval Infantry Brigade (Pacific Fleet) are reportedly operating in the south Donetsk direction and elements of the Russian 5th Tank Brigade (36th Combined Arms Army [CAA], Eastern Military District [EMD]) are reportedly operating in the Vremivka direction.[33]

Russian Supporting Effort – Southern Axis  (Russian objective: Maintain frontline positions and secure rear areas against Ukrainian strikes)

Fighting continued in western Zaporizhia Oblast on July 27 but there were no confirmed changes to the frontline. Fighting continued near Robotyne, east of Robotyne near Verbove, northeast of Robotyne near Mala Tokmachka, and northwest of Robotyne near Novoandriivka on July 26 and 27.[34] Ukrainian Tavriisk Group of Forces Spokesperson Captain Dmytro Lykhovyi stated on July 26 that Russian forces are conducting small infantry-led assaults on Ukrainian positions near Mala Tokmachka.[35] Lykhovyi also reiterated that Ukrainian forces have not observed Russian forces transferring reserves to Zaporizhia Oblast or concentrating forces for an offensive operation in the Zaporizhia direction. Elements of the Russian 64th Motorized Rifle Brigade (35th Combined Arms Army [CAA], Eastern Military District [EMD]) and "Valkyria" detachment (4th Military Base, 58th Combined Arms Army [CAA], Southern Military District [SMD]) drone operators are reportedly operating in the Zaporizhia direction.[36]

The Ukrainian General Staff reported on July 27 that Russian forces conducted one unsuccessful assault in an unspecified area in the Dnipro direction (Kherson Oblast).[37] A Russian milblogger claimed that the Russian military is struggling to supply newly created units operating in the Kherson direction with first-person view (FPV) drones and thermal imagers.[38] Elements of the Russian 25th Spetsnaz Regiment (Russian General Staff Main Directorate [GRU]) reportedly continue operating in the Kherson direction.[39]

Russian Air, Missile, and Drone Campaign  (Russian Objective: Target Ukrainian military and civilian infrastructure in the rear and on the frontline)

Russian forces launched limited missile and drone strikes against Ukraine on the night of July 26 to 27. Ukrainian Air Force Commander Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk reported that Russian forces launched a Kh-59/69 cruise missile from occupied Zaporizhia Oblast and four Shahed-136/131 drones from Primorsko-Akhtarsk, Krasnodar Krai and that Ukrainian forces shot down the missile and drones over Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Kharkiv, and Kyiv oblasts.[40] Poltava Oblast Military Administration Head Filip Pronin stated that a Russian drone damaged an industrial facility in Poltava Oblast.[41]

Ukraine's Main Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR) Spokesperson Andriy Chernyak told  Reuters  in a July 26 article that Russian forces have launched cheap drones made of Styrofoam and plywood in the last two-to-three weeks as a part of five long-range strike series.[42] Chernyak stated that two of these cheap Russian drones had cameras and SIM cards that transmitted data to Russian forces. Chernyak reported that Russian forces are attempting to locate Ukrainian mobile fire groups and air defense systems with these new drones.

Russian Mobilization and Force Generation Efforts  (Russian objective: Expand combat power without conducting general mobilization)

The Russian government continues efforts to use the "Time of Heroes" program to integrate Russian veterans into society. Kursk Oblast Acting Governor Alexei Smirnov nominated Russian servicemember Colonel Alexei Kondratyev to run for Kursk Oblast senator in the Russian Federation Council.[43] Kondratyev is the commander of the "St. Prince Vladimir" Brigade (Russian Volunteer Corps) and a participant in the "Time of Heroes" program. The Kremlin is reportedly concerned about the long-term social and political implications of Russian veterans returning from the war in Ukraine and trying to use the "Time of Heroes" program to provide a "buffer" between civilians and returning servicemembers.[44]

Ukrainian outlet  Suspilne  reported on July 27 that it viewed an internal Russian Investigative Committee resolution that found that commanders and deputy commanders of the Russian 6th Motorized Rifle Division (3rd Army Corps, Moscow Military District [MMD]) ordered Russian servicemembers to imprison, torture, and kill other servicemembers in Ukraine in 2023.[45]  Suspilne  reported that representatives of the Russian MoD inspected the division, after which the division's commanders and deputy commanders continued and tried to conceal these practices.

Russian Technological Adaptations  (Russian objective: Introduce technological innovations to optimize systems for use in Ukraine)

Nothing significant to report.

Ukrainian Defense Industrial Efforts  (Ukrainian objective: Develop its defense industrial base to become more self-sufficient in cooperation with US, European, and international partners)

ISW is not publishing coverage of Ukrainian defense industrial efforts today.

Activities in Russian-occupied areas  (Russian objective: Consolidate administrative control of annexed areas; forcibly integrate Ukrainian citizens into Russian sociocultural, economic, military, and governance systems)

ISW is not publishing coverage of Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine today.

Significant activity in Belarus  (Russian efforts to increase its military presence in Belarus and further integrate Belarus into Russian-favorable frameworks and Wagner Group activity in Belarus)

Note: ISW does not receive any classified material from any source, uses only publicly available information, and draws extensively on Russian, Ukrainian, and Western reporting and social media as well as commercially available satellite imagery and other geospatial data as the basis for these reports. References to all sources used are provided in the endnotes of each update.

[1] https://suspiln dot media/800159-droni-gur-atakuvali-npz-vijskovi-aerodromi-rf-i-poskodili-nadzvukovij-bombarduvalnik-dzerela/ ; https://armyinform.com dot ua/2024/07/27/chorni-dni-rosijskoyi-aviacziyi-detali-atak-na-obyekty-v-tylu-rf/

[2] https://t.me/mod_russia/41433 ; https://t.me/mod_russia/41436 ;https://t.me/mod_russia/41434 ; https://t.me/mod_russia/41436 ; https://t.me/tass_agency/262783 ; https://t.me/pavelmalkov_official/3137 ; https://t.me/breakingmash/56167 ; https://x.com/GirkinGirkin/status/1817089065742725188 ; https://x.com/99Dominik_/status/1817107072372068378

[3] https://suspilne dot media/800219-gur-urazilo-tri-vertoloti-na-teritorii-rosii-dzerela/ ; https://gur dot gov.ua/content/odyn-u-samari-dva-pid-moskvoiu-na-rosii-zghorilo-try-helikoptery.html

[4] https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/24/i-know-we-will-win-and-how-ukraines-top-general-on-turning-the-tables-against-russia

[5] https://en.mehrnews dot com/news/218238/Iran-s-Hod-Hod-Kosar-satellites-to-be-launched-into-LEO

[6] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-26/north-korea-s-economy-rebounds-as-kim-putin-ties-fuel-arms-trade

[7] https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-06-30/north-korea-fires-missile-in-show-of-force-after-putin-visit; https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-26/north-korea-s-economy-rebounds-as-kim-putin-ties-fuel-arms-trade

[8] https://isw.pub/UkrWar062324; https://isw.pub/UkrWar080123 ; https://isw.pub/UkrWar081723; https://isw.pub/UkrWar110623

[9] https://t.me/URUKHAIFPV/63 ; https://x.com/Bielitzling/status/1816930805509488678 ; https://x.com/foosint/status/1817242724736618846 ; https://t.me/ZA_FROHT/31534

[10] https://t.me/dva_majors/48211

[11] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://t.me/otukharkiv/399 ; https://t.me/dva_majors/48211

[12] https://t.me/otukharkiv/399

[13] https://t.me/motopatriot/25469 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13113 ; https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73344

[14] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl  ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13113 ;

[15] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ;   https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql

[16] https://t.me/rusich_army/16067

[17] https://t.me/sons_fatherland/15835 ; https://t.me/philologist_zov/1159

[18] https://t.me/dva_majors/48211 ; https://t.me/wargonzo/21227

[19] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ;   https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql

[20] https://t.me/operativnoZSU/152618; https://x.com/moklasen/status/1817240782958403609

[21] https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13132 ; https://t.me/dva_majors/48211

[22] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql

[23] https://t.me/mod_russia/41442

[24] https://t.me/motopatriot/25462; https://t.me/z_arhiv/27405; https://t.me/NgP_raZVedka/18485

[25] https://t.me/z_arhiv/27405 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13113 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13133 ; https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73326

[26] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ;   https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://t.me/dva_majors/48211 ; https://t.me/wargonzo/21227 ; https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73326 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13138

[27] https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73363 

[28] https://t.me/creamy_caprice/6173; https://t.me/filatovcorr/3622 ; https://x.com/Bielitzling/status/1817171227976343884; https://t.me/z_arhiv/27409; https://t.me/motopatriot/25458; https://t.me/z_arhiv/27407   

[29] https://x.com/Ukraine_Twi/status/1817165586297757910; https://x.com/klinger66/status/1817179436954914849; https://t.me/opforukraine/18; https://t.me/opforukraine/18

[30] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl ;   https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://t.me/dva_majors/48211 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13113 ; https://t.me/motopatriot/25458 ;

[31] https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73353 ; https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73325

[32] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid02ArnUSUdYtS7rcNg919yGjAGDfSDPxSa911puUVnjGtzpbxFAQjQdrfdhwpfLGa6zl

[33] https://t.me/milinfolive/126894 (south Donetsk); https://t.me/voin_dv/9959 (Vremivka)

[34] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0umnyQhhEnth1kpoUyAn9ieqTG1UB6fCYRq3yKyWihop5piP5dtSD99LY659L3Atql ; https://t.me/wargonzo/21227 ; https://t.me/DnevnikDesantnika/13136

[35] https://armyinform.com dot ua/2024/07/26/v-sylah-oborony-rozpovily-pro-taktyku-malyh-ukusiv-rf-na-pivdni/

[36] https://t.me/voin_dv/9957 ; https://t.me/RVvoenkor/73371

[37] https://www.facebook.com/GeneralStaff.ua/posts/pfbid0yvPBjBNjzEHLeveEJiQXQiWPULkPvezUverU7SFidSnC4oHEghZTBsx9YxdcwwLnl

[38] https://t.me/dva_majors/48211

[39] https://t.me/dva_majors/48206

[40] https://t.me/ComAFUA/358

[41] https://t.me/poltavskaOVA/16340

[42] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/russia-deploys-cheap-drones-locate-ukraines-air-defences-2024-07-26/

[43] https://t.me/rusich_army/16057 ; https://kpravda dot ru/2024/07/24/senatorom-ot-kurskoj-oblasti-mozhet-stat-byvshij-specznazovecz/ ; https://riakursk dot ru/stali-izvestny-imena-vozmozhnykh-senatorov-ot-kurskoy-oblasti/

[44] https://isw.pub/UkrWar071924

[45] https://suspilne dot media/800213-to-blow-shoot-burn-russians-kill-fellow-servicemen-front-ukraine/