Near Pokrovsk, drones proved to be lifesavers for Ukrainian soldiers captured by Russian forces.
This was reported by the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces via Telegram.
Four soldiers were taken hostage by a Russian reconnaissance and sabotage group during an attack on a observation post.
Subsequently, the drone reconnaissance identified the Russian group accompanying the Ukrainian soldiers.
Strike drones from the 25th Separate Airborne Sicheslav Brigade, the 68th Separate Jaeger Brigade, and other allied units were dispatched for support.
The swarm of FPV drones disoriented the invaders, allowing Ukrainian troops to break free from captivity.
Meanwhile, Russian soldiers attempted to hide in bushes and trenches, but within minutes, over 10 Ukrainian strike drones targeted their group.
As a result, the Russian personnel were eliminated.
Ukrainian defense forces successfully repelled the assault by Russian invaders on Hryshyne in Donetsk region.