"The observer noticed the approach of a group of Ukrainian nationalists to our positions, which he immediately reported to the commander of the unit. It was decided to destroy the Ukrainian combat unit, "the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.

The paratroopers destroyed the enemy with the use of grenade launchers, large-caliber machine guns and small arms.

About which direction the collision occurred, it is not specified.

Earlier it was reported that the servicemen of the group "West" prevented an attempt by the Ukrainian military to attack Russian positions in the Kupyansk direction.

In addition, three rotations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine units on the front line in the vicinity of Kotlyarovka and Stelmakhovka were disrupted.