Russia has said that its 'Fagot' ATGM crews carried out training to improve their shooting skills during the rotation period.

The footage purports to show Russian soldiers carrying the anti-tank guided missile to a position in a forested area. The Russian soldiers were then seen setting up the weapon and opening fire on a target.

The images were obtained from the Russian Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Sunday, June 16, along with a statement claiming: 'The crews of the Fagot portable anti-tank missile systems of the assault units of the army corps of the Vostok group of forces improve their professional skills during the rotation period.

'Classes are organized at a training ground in the rear area of ​​a special military operation, under the guidance of officers and instructors with significant combat experience.

'During training, ATGM crews practice training tasks to destroy manpower of a mock enemy located in dugout-type shelters, as well as to engage armoured targets at a distance of up to 2kilometres.

'At the same time, military personnel improve their skills in preparing weapons for firing, moving on the battlefield, occupying firing positions and hitting targets.

'When preparing ATGM calculations, special attention is paid to issues of efficiency and secrecy of actions in various terrain conditions. The Fagot ATGM is easily portable and installed by a crew of two people.

'The complex is designed to combat tanks and armoured vehicles.

'Used in conjunction with missiles that fly at a distance of several kilometres and effectively penetrate armour.'

Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022, in what the Kremlin is still calling a 'special military operation'.

The conflict is still ongoing with public support from Europe and the United States fading and businesses reopening their ties with Russia.

Deserters have fled both countries for safer climbs in Europe and Asia.