Ukrainian Forces Ambush Russian Armored Column near Avdiivka

Watch this dramatic video released by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense as it captures a harrowing encounter between Ukrainian forces and a Russian armored column near the city of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine. This intense footage documents the Russian vehicles attempting to advance through an open minefield, including mine-clearing tanks, followed by armored personnel carriers. The situation takes a sudden turn as the column reaches a dense strip of trees where Ukrainian positions are concealed, leading to a fierce exchange of fire. The video vividly shows multiple explosions and smoke engulfing the Russian vehicles, some of which are directly hit by Ukrainian artillery. In the heat of the battle, the top half of the column attempts to retreat, while the second half is left abandoned by the fleeing Russian soldiers. Explore the intensity of this battle and the resolute defense put up by Ukrainian forces in this must-watch video