Ukrainian paratroopers repel Russian assault in Kharkiv region: video

Ukraine's Khortytsia operational-strategic troop grouping reported the information.

The occupying Russian forces attempted to storm the defensive positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces "openly and brazenly." However, Ukrainian paratroopers successfully repelled the invading troops, who suffered significant losses in both equipment and personnel.

"The enemy failed to achieve success and retreated. No positions were lost, and the tactical situation remained unchanged," the statement reads.

As a result of the Russian assault, Ukrainian soldiers destroyed three armored personnel carriers and one tank.

• On February 17, the Ukrainian Air Force conducted a precision strike on a Russian troop dislocation in Chumatske, Zaporizhzhia region.