Senior Sergeant Kholodov destroyed two FPV drones with small arms fire

Senior Sergeant of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation Vyacheslav Kholodov, who was performing tasks as part of the crew of a combat vehicle, destroyed two FPV drones of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in one of the tactical areas of the special operation. This was announced by the Russian Defense Ministry on July 14.

It is specified that Kholodov carried out the task of inflicting fire damage on the enemy. When the enemy used artillery and attack unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the fighter took an advantageous position and hit the enemy drones with small arms fire. The combat mission was completed without loss of personnel.

In addition, Corporal Vadim Yakovenko, who was carrying out the task of delivering ammunition and logistical equipment, detected the approach of an enemy UAV and maneuvered with a car. As a result, the UAV detonated on impact with the ground. Thanks to Yakovenko's courage and professionalism, the combat mission was completed.

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On July 13, the Russian Defense Ministry reported that Sergeant Sergey Maslov, as commander of the support platoon, was delivering ammunition and food to the positions when he noticed an AFU FPV drone approaching his car. He used small arms and shot down the UAV in the air, preventing an attempted attack. The cargo was delivered on time. The ministry also noted the professionalism of Private Vladimir Bannikov, who also eliminated one enemy drone.