Unconfirmed footage that appears to be filmed over the Kyiv Reservoir shows a group of Russian Mi-8 troops transport helicopters flying low to avoid radar detection. They pop countermeasure flares as suspected MANPADS rockets are fired at them. Small arms fire can also be heard throughout the clip.

Reports have indicated that a number of Russian helicopters have been shot down by Ukraine. While no helicopter can be seen getting hit in this video, a witness photo circulating online appears to show the result of one being shot down into the reservoir.

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