Russian defence ministry claims capture of Mirivka and heavy Ukrainian losses
The Russian Ministry of Defence announced that its troops have taken full control of Mirivka in Zaporizhzja, saying more than 1,240 Ukrainian soldiers were killed or seriously injured and numerous military sites were destroyed.
The Russian Ministry of Defence reported on Thursday that its armed forces have fully seized Mirivka in the Zaporizhzja region following an offensive that brought the settlement under Russian control. The ministry said its units achieved breakthroughs across all six front sectors, inflicting over 1,240 Ukrainian casualties, either fatal or critically wounded. It detailed the demolition of several Ukrainian transport and energy facilities used for military purposes, and highlighted successful strikes on multiple ammunition, weapons and ammunition depots.
A particular focus was placed on the destruction of infrastructure supporting long-range unmanned aerial vehicles, with all drone assembly, storage and launch bases reportedly bombed. The statement also listed the loss of four armored combat vehicles and the elimination of 1,226 combat drones. These figures were presented as part of a broader summary of Russian gains and Ukrainian losses.
Why it matters
The claim signals a further escalation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and highlights significant Ukrainian military losses.
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