On 14 March 2025, Russian military forces hit (likely by artillery as the most common event) the Ukrainian military near Siversk, Donetsk. According to Russian sources, up to 260 Ukrainian soldiers were killed near Siversk, Serebrianka, Viroliubivka, Kostiantynivka and Dovha Balka [Russian MoD reported 45 fatalities. Coded as 10 fatalities across 5 events. 2 fatalities coded to this event].

Supply-chain Risk Briefing

1) Summary On March 14, 2025, Ukrainian forces sustained casualties from Russian artillery fire in the Siversk area of Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. Military clashes continue in the eastern front region, posing ongoing risks to industrial activities and logistics transportation in the area.

2) Supply-chain impact

• Donetsk Oblast is a major steel and coal production region in Ukraine, with risk of production facility shutdowns due to ongoing combat
• The Siversk-Kostiantynivka axis serves as a connection point for inland transportation routes in eastern Ukraine, with potential for land logistics disruption due to military operations
• Concerns over reduced grain production due to disruptions to spring planting operations in agricultural areas near the front lines
• Continued power supply instability due to potential strikes on energy infrastructure

3) Watch points

• Whether fighting spreads near major industrial cities in Donetsk Oblast (Mariupol, Kramatorsk, etc.)
• Operational status of eastern Ukraine's railway network and major roads, and availability of alternative routes
• Safety of grain cultivation areas and potential resumption of agricultural activities as the spring farming season begins