Ukrainian paratroopers capture Russian officer

Ukrainian paratroopers capture Russian officer

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Paratroopers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces have captured a Russian officer.

According to Ukrinform, the Command of the Air Assault Forces of Ukraine reported the event on Facebook.

A Ukrainian drone operator dropped two munitions, wounding the Russian servicemen, who then signaled his willingness to surrender.

“Despite the bloody war, we uphold international humanitarian law. The prisoner was given water, food, and medical aid in accordance with the Geneva Conventions,” the Air Assault Forces noted.

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