Operational information regarding the #russian_invasion as of 06:00, March 16
Ministry of Defence of Ukraine,
posted
16 March 2022
06:56
The twenty-first day of the heroic resistance of the Ukrainian people to the russian military invasion began.
The state, position and nature of the actions of the defense forces have not changed significantly during the last day. The Armed Forces of Ukraine managed to inflict devastating blows on groups of occupying troops in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and, in some areas, to counterattack.
According to the results of the previous day, due to the actions of the air defense of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, three planes (two of them - Su-34) were destroyed. In addition, one helicopter, three operational-tactical UAVs and two cruise missiles were shot down. Additional information is currently being clarified.
ir Force aircraft continued to launch missile and bomb strikes on ground targets. Nine air strikes were carried out on columns of equipment and clusters of occupying troops.
The occupying forces continue to launch missile and bomb strikes on the infrastructure and densely populated areas of Ukrainian cities.
The enemy continues to bear losses on retreats in certain areas. The main efforts of the occupiers are focused on consolidating and maintaining previously occupied borders and defense areas.
Remember, our strength is in the truth! Let's win together! Glory to Ukraine!