Ukrainian special forces eliminate 23 Russian troops in behind-the-lines operation

The SOF Command announced this on Facebook, Ukrinform reports.

Aerial reconnaissance detected a concentration of Russian troops within an industrial building. Operators of the 3rd SOF Regiment's UAV unit identified the enemy presence and relayed the intelligence.

"A tactical assault group was swiftly deployed to the site occupied by the enemy and conducted a room-to-room clearance operation. SOF fighters held their positions for two days. Intense combat led to a fire breaking out on the premises. The SOF team successfully withdrew from the area using armored vehicles," the statement said.

The mission resulted in the elimination of 23 Russian troops – ten inside the building and 13 in the surrounding area. No Ukrainian casualties were reported.

Photo: General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces