Ukrainian forces believe they have broken through the most difficult line of Russian defences in the south.

Ukrainian soldiers of the Separate Assault Battalion 'Skala' enter the embattled village of Robotyne.

Ukrainian servicemen ride a tank, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues.

A commander of the separate assault battalion 'Skala' of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

A destroyed car is seen from a destroyed building, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues.

Moscow has yet to officially confirm the claims of Ukraine’s penetration into Robotyne.

Confirming their territorial gains, Ukrainian forces announced that they had raised the national flag in Robotyne.