Ukraine Repels Major Russian Assault, Destroys 140 Troops, 29 Vehicles

Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a major Russian assault in southern Ukraine near the settlements of Pyatikhatky, Stepove, Lobkove, Mala Tokmachka, and Mali Shcherbaky. The attack, launched by units from Russia's 58th Combined Arms Army, involved at least 320 personnel, 40 armored vehicles, three tanks, and about a dozen buggies. Ukrainian defenders, utilizing aerial reconnaissance and coordinated strikes from drones and artillery, destroyed 29 Russian vehicles, killed 140 soldiers, and damaged three tanks over a two and a half hour battle. Reports indicate that no Ukrainian positions were lost during the engagement. Dramatic footage showcases the effectiveness of Ukraine’s aerial defenses and counterattacks, though some battlefield claims could not be independently verified. This confrontation reflects Ukraine's continued resilience amid ongoing Russian attempts to gain territorial advantage.