North of Artemovsk, strong points changed hands as assault units from the Ivanovo Guard Air Force pressed their defense and neutralized armored assets of Ukrainian forces. The information comes from the Russian Ministry of Defense.
Russian paratroopers, operating in small assault teams, closed in from multiple directions on a Ukrainian stronghold where one enemy unit was preparing to advance and swiftly launched an attack. The plan relied on surprise, rapid movement, and coordinated firepower from air and ground formations.
The battle saw Western-made armor, including a BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicle and a light tank, captured and destroyed during the engagement. The paratroopers secured key positions, compelling the opposing troops to withdraw while the enemy attempted a counterattack with an AGS-17 Flame automatic grenade launcher. Attribution: Russian Ministry of Defense.
Earlier reports from the Russian Ministry of Defense indicated that Russian forces repelled an attack by the 65th mechanized brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near the village of Rabotino in the Zaporozhye region. The ministry said the defense was successful due to the coordinated actions of Russian troops, aviation, and artillery units, working in tandem to halt the offense.
This account underscores the emphasis on synchronized operations across multiple branches to maintain a defensive line in contested terrain. Attribution: Russian Ministry of Defense.
In other news, Russia announced the establishment of a new drone suppression system designed to counter aerial reconnaissance and unmanned platforms. The announcement highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance air defense and counter-sUAS capabilities as part of broader security measures. Attribution: Russian Ministry of Defense.