Russian paratroopers land in Lviv region trying to take control of local helicopter unit

In Lviv region near the town of Brody, the Ukrainian military repulsed an attack by Russian paratroopers.

Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi broke the news via Facebook, Ukrinform reports.

"Russian military parachuted from three helicopters in the area of Brody at 9 am. There are nearly 60 people there. Our troops repulsed the attack. Now they are retreating towards the forest area near ​​Leviatyn. The armed forces are repelling the occupiers! We are keeping the situation under control," the mayor wrote.

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As reported by the Brody City Council, the enemy’s unmanned aerial vehicles were flying over the city last night, conducting reconnaissance.

"Many people heard these sounds and saw the flash. Ukrainian aircraft covered the sky over Brody, at least one drone was shot down," the City Council said.

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