Over the last 48 hours, Russian forces reportedly lost approximately 8 tanks and dozens of soldiers in failed attempts to breach Ukrainian defenses in Mariupol.
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Over the last 48 hours, Russian forces reportedly lost approximately 8 tanks and dozens of soldiers in failed attempts to breach Ukrainian defenses in Mariupol.
Heavy attacks continue on Mariupol as the city remains under siege
Russian forces blocked the evacuation of civilians from the city
Ukrainian military carried out a counterattack near Mariupol, destroying occupiers and their equipment.
A National Guard regiment launched a counterattack near Mariupol on March 6, destroying 7 tanks, 7 armored vehicles, and about 40 Russian servicemen.
Two Russian servicemen were captured, including a tank platoon commander, with documents and weapons seized.
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Source story: day-12-2022-03-07