Ukrainian military intelligence has released a video showing an assault on Russian forces occupying a village in the Kupiansk-Harkov region of eastern Ukraine.
Liberated Village from Russians
The video, shared on social media, captures a coordinated attack that resulted in the liberation of the village, according to Ukrainian sources. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to push back Russian advances in this strategically vital region.
In recent days, thousands of civilians have been evacuated from Kupiansk and nearby settlements, as Russian forces close in on the city, which is considered a key strategic hub in the region, according to Digi24.
The village of Kruhlivikva was one of the recent battle sites, and Ukrainian officials confirmed its liberation after a week-long military operation from October 7 to 14.
25-30 Soldiers Neutralized
“Soldiers from the Brotherhood unit, part of the special forces group Timur under the Ukrainian Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR), supported by the 77th Airborne Brigade, liberated the village of Kruhlivikva in the Kupiansk region from Russian occupiers,” read a statement from the GUR.
During the battle, Russian forces reportedly attempted to counterattack but were ultimately defeated. Ukrainian forces claim that an entire Russian infantry platoon, consisting of approximately 25 to 30 soldiers, was neutralized in close-quarters combat.
“The invaders were destroyed in street fighting at close range,” the GUR statement added. Ukrainian special forces also reported taking Russian prisoners during the conflict.
The 77th Airborne Brigade, which supported the operation, is known for its agility and precision. Ukrainian paratroopers typically use Soviet-designed weaponry like the AK-74 assault rifle, which fires 5.45×39mm rounds and is equipped with a 30-round magazine.
Airborne units may also employ the RPG-7, a portable, shoulder-fired anti-tank weapon that has been in use since the 1960s. The RPG-7 is effective against armored vehicles and can fire rockets up to 920 feet per second with a range of 500 meters for moving targets.
