Four Russian AFVs, one tank destroyed in Bakhmut direction

Ukraine’s Defense Forces have destroyed one Russian tank, four armored fighting vehicles (AFVs) and four motor vehicles in the Bakhmut direction.

The relevant statement was made by Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi on Telegram, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

“Nine enemy equipment units have been destroyed thanks to the excellent work of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade: one tank, four AFVs, and four motor vehicles,” Syrskyi wrote.

In his words, the defense operation continues.

A reminder that Commander of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi stated earlier that Ukrainian warriors were advancing on the flanks in the suburbs of the Donetsk region’s Bakhmut and were close to tactically encircling the city.