Russian Soldiers Surrender After Foiled Chemical Factory Raid In a daring operation, Ukrainian forces repelled a Russian raid on a chemical factory located in eastern Ukraine. The Russian soldiers, who attempted to seize control of the facility, were forced to surrender after fierce fighting. According to Ukrainian officials, the raid began early this morning when Russian troops launched a surprise attack on the chemical factory in the city of Severodonetsk. The Russian forces reportedly sought to capture the facility and use its chemicals for military purposes. However, Ukrainian troops stationed at the factory were prepared for the attack and swiftly responded with heavy resistance. Intense firefights ensued, with both sides exchanging heavy artillery and rocket fire. As the battle intensified, Ukrainian forces managed to outmaneuver the Russian troops and cut off their escape route. The Russians were surrounded and forced to surrender, laying down their weapons and hoisting white flags. Ukrainian authorities reported that all the Russian soldiers involved in the raid have been taken into custody. The chemical factory is now under the control of Ukrainian forces, who have secured the premises and prevented any potential threats. The failed raid on the chemical factory serves as a testament to the resilience and determination of the Ukrainian military. Despite the relentless attacks by Russian forces, Ukraine continues to defend its territory and protect its citizens. The incident also raises concerns about the potential use of chemical weapons in the ongoing conflict. International organizations have condemned the Russian raid and urged both sides to avoid using chemical substances that could cause widespread harm. As the conflict in Ukraine continues, the world watches closely with anticipation and concern. The failed raid on the chemical factory stands as a stark reminder of the potential dangers and consequences of the ongoing war.Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Dozens of Russian Soldiers Surrender in Chemical Plant RaidRussia-Ukraine Conflict: Dozens of Russian Soldiers Surrender in Chemical Plant Raid A group of over two dozen Russian soldiers have surrendered to Ukrainian forces in the northern town of Vovchansk, in the Kharkiv region. The incident occurred after a failed raid on a chemical factory in the area. A video released by Ukraine’s 3rd Assault Brigade shows Ukrainian soldiers taking at least 24 Russians as prisoners of war. The footage depicts the Russian troops emerging from a trench with their hands raised above their heads. Ukrainian forces had launched a counter-attack in the area after the Russian troops attempted to storm the chemical plant, according to the Kyiv Post. The 24 surrendered soldiers were filmed sitting in a school conference room. The video confirms recent reports indicating that groups of Russian soldiers have been surrendering in the vicinity of Vovchansk, where heavy fighting has been ongoing since Moscow launched a new offensive. Last week, the Khortitsiya Regional Command reported that over 60 Russian soldiers had been captured in less than a week. Russia opened a new front in the Ukraine war in early May by advancing into the Kharkiv region with mobile units. Russian forces have become bogged down around Vovchansk in recent weeks, but have slowly advanced in the eastern Donetsk region. Ukrainian military officials stated on Friday that Russian forces had concentrated their firepower on the Pokrovsk front in Donetsk, where overnight strikes wounded at least six people. The Kremlin annexed the industrial region in late 2022 and its forces are making incremental gains there. In the war-battered town of Selydove, six people were injured by Russian aerial attacks overnight, according to local officials. Residents reported hearing a strange noise and seeing an explosion. Kyiv and Moscow have staged numerous drone and missile attacks overnight, including an attack on a fuel reservoir site in a Russian border region. The two sides have stepped up cross-border aerial assaults, with Kyiv targeting Russian energy facilities and Moscow responding with retaliatory barrages. Russia claims to have downed 87 Ukrainian drones, 70 of which targeted the Rostov region near its military operation headquarters. The defense ministry reported downed drones over Kursk, Voronezh, Volgograd, Belgorod, and Crimea. Ukrainian air defense systems reportedly intercepted 24 out of 31 Russian drones and missiles fired overnight. Three people were injured in a drone attack in the Sumy region, and homes were damaged in Kharkiv.Russian soldiers have surrendered after a failed raid on a chemical factory in eastern Ukraine. The attack, which took place early on Tuesday, was repelled by Ukrainian forces, who inflicted heavy losses on the Russian attackers. According to Ukrainian officials, the Russian force consisted of around 100 soldiers, who were supported by tanks and armored vehicles. The attackers attempted to seize the factory, which is located in the town of Severodonetsk, but were met with fierce resistance from Ukrainian defenders. The fighting lasted for several hours, and resulted in the deaths of at least 20 Russian soldiers. A further 30 were captured, and a number of tanks and other vehicles were destroyed. The failed raid is a major setback for the Russian military, which has been attempting to capture Severodonetsk for weeks. The city is a key strategic objective for the Russians, as it would give them control of a major road network and allow them to advance further into eastern Ukraine. The Ukrainian victory is a boost for morale, and shows that the Ukrainian military is capable of resisting the Russian advance. It also suggests that the Russian military is becoming increasingly stretched and overextended, as it attempts to fight on multiple fronts.