Two battalions of Ukrainian soldiers from the 31st Mechanized Brigade were surrounded by Russian troops near Prohres.

The encircled Ukrainian battalions decided to fight their way out rather than waiting for rescue.

The 31st Mechanized Brigade, along with the 47th Mechanized Brigade, assisted in the break-out.

The coordinated actions of artillery, air reconnaissance, and related forces helped the battalions break out of the encirclement.

The successful evacuation saved potentially hundreds of Ukrainian troops from death or capture.