Ukraine soldiers rescue cat and dog stuck on front line in 7.5 mile drone operation

8 Apr 2026 • 1:52 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Ukrainian troops from the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade utilised a drone to rescue a cat and dog stranded on the front line.
  • The animals were flown seven-and-a-half miles to safety using a drone that was returning from a food supply mission.
  • Thermal footage, shared on Tuesday (7 April), depicted soldiers approaching the pets and later caring for them in a shelter.
  • The brigade described the operation as a "dangerous" rescue mission.
  • Following their ordeal, the rescued cat and dog have reportedly recovered well and are enjoying good appetites.

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