Ukrainian Forces At Kupiansk Crush Attempted Russian Armored Assault

No matter the location along the front of late, Ukrainian forces have demonstrated an impressive ability to combine the efforts of multiple branches of their armed forces to deny the Russians any meaningful gains. 

The key appears to be enhanced 'unmanned systems (eg drone) units wielding both recon and exploding FPV aerial drones in coordination with artillery, armor and infanty to deliver devastating rebukes to attacking Kremlin troops. The result, as in Kupiansk yesterday, is a succession of failed attacks and damaged forces. JL

Sofiia Syngaivska reports in Defense Express:

On February 7, Ukrainian forces successfully repelled Russian assault in the Kupiansk sector. The 429th Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment, in coordination with the 1st Operational Brigade and the 77th Airmobile Brigade, intercepted and destroyed Russian assault column attempting to break through toward Lozova. The attack began at 6 am, led by a tank with engineering trailers, followed by light armored vehicles carrying assault troops. Ukrainian defenders detected and engaged the advancing forces, eliminating the vehicles before they could pose a greater threat. This engagement highlights the growing effectiveness of Ukraine’s integrated defensive tactics 

On February 7, Ukrainian forces successfully repelled russian assault in the Kupiansk sector, dealing a significant blow to the enemy’s advancing units. The Achilles 429th Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment, in coordination with the Burevii 1st Operational Brigade and the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade, intercepted and destroyed russian assault column attempting to break through toward Lozova.

According to the regiment’s commander, Yurii Fedorenko, the enemy attack began at approximately 6 am, led by a tank with engineering trailers, followed by lightly armored vehicles carrying assault troops. However, Ukrainian defenders swiftly detected and engaged the advancing forces, eliminating key vehicles before they could pose a greater threat.

 

As a result of the coordinated defensive operation, Ukrainian forces destroyed russian tank and two infantry fighting vehicles, inflicting both equipment and personnel losses on the enemy. This engagement highlights the effectiveness of Ukraine’s integrated defense tactics and the critical role of unmanned systems in modern warfare.