Ukrainian Air Force strikes Russian base in Toretsk, Donetsk region
Illustrative photo: The Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed the Russian hub in Toretsk (Getty Images)
On March 21, the Ukrainian Air Force attacked the location of Russian troops in Toretsk, Donetsk region. Airborne assault groups and UAV operators were eliminated, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
“On March 21, 2025, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine successfully hit the area where the Russian 1st separate guards motorized rifle brigade of the 103rd motorized rifle regiment was concentrated in a shelter and basement in the city of Toretsk, Donetsk region,” the statement said.
According to the General Staff, the location of the Russian forces was completely destroyed. Enemy personnel - airborne assault groups and drone operators - were destroyed.
“The result of the strike is being clarified, but the destruction of enemy personnel and their hiding places significantly reduces the effectiveness of the Russian armed forces in the Toretsk sector,” the Ukrainian military added.
Earlier today, the General Staff of Ukraine reported a strike on the control center of the Russian border outpost in Glotovo, Belgorod region. Ukrainian aviation eliminated the enemy's facility even though the Russians used enhanced camouflage measures. The enemy's communications and other technical equipment were destroyed.
Russia's losses at the front
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia has already lost more than 903,000 soldiers. Over the past day, Ukrainian soldiers killed another 1,470 Russians.
Overall, last year was a record year for enemy losses. According to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Russia suffered the largest losses during the war in December 2024.
