How the incidents map works
SFERA’s interactive incident map brings together reports of strikes, fires, infrastructure damage and other significant events in Russia and Ukraine. We combine public sources, different processing algorithms, AI models and editorial review to make developing events easier to follow.
Explore the incident mapCoordinates can be wrong, especially for recent attacks. A marker may appear far from the actual incident location. Treat early locations as provisional and read the report and its sources before drawing conclusions.
Monitoring Telegram channels and public reports
The system checks selected public Telegram channels and other open sources for incident reports. Algorithms help identify relevant posts and organize the available information into reports for the map and news archive. A source post is a claim to assess; its appearance on the map does not by itself confirm every detail.
Automatic publication and later verification
Some reports are published automatically, while others undergo editorial review before publication. Automatically published reports may be verified later as more information becomes available. Descriptions, source assessments and coordinates can be revised during that process. Publication does not mean that every report has already been independently verified.
Why incident coordinates may be inaccurate
Early posts may name only a city or region, use ambiguous place names, or contain conflicting location details. Automated geolocation can misinterpret these clues and place a marker a considerable distance from where an incident actually occurred. A map pin should not be read as proof of an exact impact site; its location may change after further analysis.
Combining algorithms, AI models and editorial judgment
Our team integrates different approaches and AI models to improve report accuracy, assess source reliability and refine coordinates. Automated analysis and human review help us interpret incomplete information and revisit uncertain details. These methods support verification, but cannot guarantee that every report or location is correct.
Reading sources in context
Open an incident to read the full report and consult the original source links where available. Pay attention to what each source actually supports: an account of an explosion may not establish its cause, damage or exact location. Several channels repeating the same claim do not necessarily provide independent confirmation.
Updates, coverage and corrections
The map reflects the information available to SFERA, rather than a complete record of every incident. Reports may arrive late or change as new evidence emerges. If you notice an incorrect location, misleading detail or source issue, use our contact page and include the incident link and supporting material so our team can assess the correction.
Incident map FAQ
Are all incidents on the map verified?
No. The map includes automatically published reports as well as reports reviewed by editors. Some verification takes place after publication, and early information can remain uncertain.
How accurate are the coordinates of a recent attack?
Accuracy varies with the available evidence. Recent attack coordinates may be approximate or incorrect, and a marker can be far from the actual location. Check the report and sources for context; coordinates can be corrected later.
Does an empty area on the map mean no incidents occurred?
No. An incident may not have been reported by the sources we monitor, may still be processing, or may lack enough information to appear on the map.