[HIGHLIGHTS] They defeated three brigades of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and repelled nine attacks: the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on the actions of troops in the Avdeevsky direction

They defeated three brigades of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and repelled nine attacks: the Russian Ministry of Defense reported on the actions of troops in the Avdeevsky direction. Over the past 24 hours, units of the “Center” group of troops have occupied more advantageous lines and positions.

They also completely liberated theAvdeevka coke plant. Enemy losses amounted to 565 military personnel killed and wounded, two armored combat vehicles, 23 vehicles, as well as two US-made M777 artillery systems.