The New Voice of Ukraine
Nine Russian attempts to cross river in Donbas thwarted by Ukrainian paratroopers
May 14, 2022
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“When the enemy tried to construct a pontoon crossing and conduct a forced crossing of the river on the eastern axis, the artillery of 80th Separate Air Assault Brigade once again dealt a heavy blow to the enemy, destroying pontoons and thwarting nine attempts to cross,” the statement reads.
Reportedly, the paratroopers destroyed at least 73 units of equipment, including:
● T-72 tanks;
● infantry fighting vehicle;
● airborne combat vehicle;
● armored personnel carriers;
● trucks;
● other special equipment.
“By ruining the enemy’s plan to cross the river for a further offensive, the paratroopers destroyed an entire battalion-tactical group of invaders,” the press center added.
Russia is attempting to ford the Siverskyi Donets river in order to push their assault further into Ukrainian territory in Donbas.