These images show Ukrainian forces blowing up a Russian ‘Tornado-G’ rocket system and a ‘Msta-S’ howitzer using rocket launchers.
Aerial footage shows the moment Ukrainian forces hit the Russian war machines hidden among thick forestry somewhere along the frontlines.
Moments later, the targets disappeared among fire and thick clouds of smoke.
The images were obtained by the 73rd marine centre of the SpP on Wednesday, 10th January, along with a statement saying: “The SFO directed HIMARS fire at enemy ‘Tornado-G’ and ‘Msta-S’.
“While conducting reconnaissance in the southern regions, the crew of the 73rd Maritime Centre of the Special Forces discovered a camouflaged 152-mm self-propelled howitzer ‘2S19 Msta-S’ and a ‘Tornado-G’ multiple rocket launcher system.
“The self-propelled artillery systems and MLRSs are designed to destroy equipment, including heavy weapons, manpower, destroy field fortifications, and hinder enemy manoeuvres deep in the enemy’s defences.
“The SSO operators identified the coordinates of the enemy targets and fired HIMARS missile and artillery units of the Defence Forces at them.
“As a result of the fire damage, ‘Msta-S’ was destroyed, and ‘Tornado-G’ was damaged beyond repair.”
Russia invaded Ukraine on 24th February 2022 in what the Kremlin is still calling a “special military operation.” Today marks the 687th day of the full-scale war.
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The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that between 24th February 2022 and 11th January 2024. Russia had lost approximately 367,620 personnel, 6,050 tanks, 11,238 armoured combat vehicles, 8,699 artillery units, 957 multiple launch rocket systems, 641 air defence systems, 329 warplanes, 324 helicopters, 6,834 drones, 1,806 cruise missiles, 23 warships, 1 submarine, 11,596 motor vehicles and fuel tankers, and 1,337 units of special equipment.
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