Drones destroy Russian sabotage group, rescue Ukrainian soldiers near Pokrovsk
Illustrative photo: a swarm of FPV drones destroys a Russian sabotage group (facebook.com/easternforce)
Near Pokrovsk, Ukrainian soldiers were saved from enemy captivity thanks to aerial reconnaissance and strike drones. During an assault on an observation post, a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group captured four Ukrainian Defense Forces soldiers, according to the 7th Air Assault Corps.
Aerial reconnaissance spots the enemy during withdrawal
After capturing the Ukrainian soldiers, the enemy attempted to move them to the rear. However, the Russian group escorting the captives was detected by aerial reconnaissance patrolling the combat area.
Mass FPV drone strike foils Russian plans
Strike FPV drones from the 25th Separate Airborne Sicheslav Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Air Assault Corps, the 68th Separate Jaeger Brigade named after Oleksa Dovbush, and other adjacent units were quickly deployed.
The approach of a “swarm” of drones disoriented the Russian troops and forced them to focus on taking cover, allowing the Ukrainian soldiers to break free from captivity.
Near Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops escaped captivity thanks to drones
— 7th Rapid Response Corps of AAF (@7corpsDSHV) February 2, 2026
A Russian sabotage group captured 4 Ukrainian soldiers during an assault on an observation post. Aerial recon spotted the escort and FPV strike drones from the 25th Airborne Brigade rushed in
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More than 10 drones wipe out enemy group
After the Ukrainian soldiers escaped, the occupiers tried to hide in bushes and trenches. Within minutes, more than 10 Ukrainian strike drones engaged the enemy group.
As a result, the personnel of the Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group were destroyed.
Situation on the front
Earlier, the 7th Air Assault Corps reported that Russian forces carried out a mechanized assault on the village of Hryshyne in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian troops repelled the attack, inflicting losses on enemy armored vehicles and manpower, though fighting was ongoing at the time.
In addition, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that Russia is pulling reserves toward Pokrovsk and is attempting breakthroughs using small assault groups.
