Russia's gamble to seize Orikhiv before a potential ceasefire has backfired catastrophically, with Ukrainian forces decimating almost an entire battalion and destroying dozens of armored vehicles without surrendering any territory.{ai:summary}<p>In a significant setback for Russia, nearly an entire battalion was lost in a failed mechanized assault aimed at capturing Orikhiv during the largest offensive in Zaporizhia since 2023. Ukrainian forces effectively utilized artillery, drones, and anti-tank fire, resulting in over 70% casualties for the Russian troops without any territorial gains.</p><p>The assault involved over 40 armored vehicles and 320 soldiers but was thwarted by Ukrainian defenses and the challenging terrain. Russian forces struggled to conceal their movements, leading to devastating losses as they attempted to advance through open fields and minefields. #military</p>

Frontline report: Russia loses entire battalion in failed mechanized assault in largest Zaporizhia offensive since 2023 - Euromaidan Press

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