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Ukrainian soldier reportedly buried by debris after Russian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia O

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 10:24 AM

A Ukrainian soldier, identified as Ruslan from the 128th Brigade's "Wild Field" unit, reportedly survived a Russian drone strike in Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The drone, described as a "Molniya" model, allegedly hit his position with an anti-tank mine, burying him under soil and debris.

The soldier, identified as Ruslan from the 128th Brigade's "Wild Field" unit, had been fighting on various fronts since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. He was stationed in Stepnohirsk with two other soldiers when the incident occurred. After being dug out, Ruslan initially lost his sight but gradually regained it. He then underwent training for a 12-kilometer walk to exit the position. He is currently serving in a drone systems unit and hopes to return home after the victory.

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Ukrainian soldier reportedly buried by debris after Russian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia O

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Soldier Ruslan, who had been defending positions in Stepnohirsk for six months, recounted his experience after a Russian drone strike left him buried and temporarily blinded.