Ukrainian soldier was killed as a result of shelling on stronghold near Avdiivka. This was reported by ATO HQ on Facebook.
"According to preliminary information, the officer of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was killed in shelling on strongholds of one of the mechanized brigades, which is fulfilling military tasks near Avdiivka," the message reads.
Militants were firing from 120 mm mortars, heavy machine guns and small arms.