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Sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) remain a critical element in the ongoing conflict within Ukraine. Ukrainian forces, including special operations units and border guards, are actively countering these SRGs across various regions, such as Vovchansk, Sumy, and Pokrovsk. Despite reduced SRG activity in regions like Sumy, intensified air and artillery attacks indicate shifting strategies. Collective efforts by Ukraine's Air Force, Special Operations Forces, and artillery brigades aim to neutralize these threats effectively. The Ukrainian Defense Forces' agility in detecting and eliminating SRG incursions highlights their tactical prowess in maintaining territorial integrity.
What is the role of SRGs in the conflict in Ukraine?
Sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) are utilized by Russian forces to infiltrate Ukrainian territory, gather intelligence, and execute sabotage operations. These groups aim to destabilize regions and undermine Ukrainian defenses. Conversely, Ukrainian forces actively counter SRG activities to safeguard national security and maintain control over critical areas.
How does Ukraine counteract SRG threats?
Ukraine employs a multi-faceted approach involving special operations units, artillery brigades, and air force operations to identify, strike, and eliminate SRG threats. Vigilance at border areas and within contested regions ensures that infiltrating SRG units are swiftly detected and neutralized, preserving territorial sovereignty and civilian safety.
Has SRG activity decreased in any regions of Ukraine?
Reports indicate a decrease in SRG activities in specific regions such as Sumy. However, this shift often coincides with an increase in other forms of military aggression, such as intensified artillery and aerial bombardments, illustrating an adaptation in enemy tactics while maintaining pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
What tactics do SRGs use to infiltrate Ukrainian areas?
SRGs typically employ stealth and disguise, such as masquerading as civilians or utilizing natural cover, to penetrate deeper into Ukrainian territory. In some instances, they have resorted to using divers to bypass frontlines undetected. Despite these measures, Ukraine's strategic reconnaissance and counterintelligence efforts expose and incapacitate these groups effectively.
Are SRGs active in all Ukrainian regions?
SRG activity is reported across several hotspots, with notable operations occurring in regions like Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Kherson. While SRGs are predominantly active near the frontline areas, some attempts do extend further into non-frontline territories, although with varied success due to effective Ukrainian countermeasures.
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Phoenix pilots strike Russian Buk SAM system hidden in treeline and eliminate enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups. VIDEO Pilots of the border guard unit Phoenix carried out a series of strikes on Russian occupiers’ manpower, equipment, and logistics across various sectors of the front over the past week. 3 117 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector
Special forces from "Bully Boys" reconnaissance and sabotage group launched close-quarters attack on enemy dugout and eliminated four occupiers. VIDEO The Ukrainian special operations group ‘Bully Boys’ from the 140th Separate Special Operations Centre carried out a lightning raid on a Russian military position. 6 218 7 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat
Fighter pilots struck enemy sabotage group in north using GBU-39 aerial bombs. VIDEO The Ukrainian Air Force struck an enemy reconnaissance and sabotage group as it attempted to move northwards. 4 073 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
"Apex" border guards detect and eliminate occupiers’ SRG in Vovchansk direction. VIDEO Border guards detected an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) that was attempting to slip through to Ukrainian positions in the Vovchansk direction. 2 519 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in the Volchansk direction
Enemy SRGs reduce activity in Sumy region, but intense shelling continues – NGU spokesperson Muzychuk Russian forces are changing their tactics along Ukraine’s northern border and in the Northern Slobozhanskyi sector. The enemy has reduced the activity of its sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) but significantly intensified air and artillery strikes, particularly on the regional capital. 419 7 Previously in trend: Attacks by SRG on the border of Sumy region Shelling of Sumy by KABs
Russian Armed Forces have stepped up their activities near Orikhiv and are preparing sabotage groups, - Defense Forces Russian troops have resumed activity in the Orikhiv sector and may take advantage of the deteriorating weather to move sabotage groups closer to Orikhiv. 1 050 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in the Orikhiv direction
Special operation in Sumy sector: our sabotage and reconnaissance unit cleared Russian observation post and captured five occupiers. VIDEO In the Sumy sector, a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance unit carried out a successful special operation, resulting in the destruction of a Russian occupation forces’ observation post and the capture of five Russian servicemen. 3 594 6 Previously in trend: captured occupiers
Artillerymen from 147th Airborne Assault Brigade destroyed occupiers’ SRG, artillery, UAVs and communications equipment. VIDEO Artillerymen from the 147th Separate Artillery Brigade of the Airborne Assault Forces, part of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps, continue to neutralise the combat capabilities of Russian forces and engage in counter-battery fire. 2 176 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Activity of enemy SRGs on border has significantly decreased, - State Border Guard Service of Ukraine For a long time now, there has been a noticeable decrease in the activity of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups. 838 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region Attacks by SRG on the border of Sumy region
Artillery of 147th Brigade eliminated Russian SRG north of Pokrovsk with single precise strike. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders of the 147th Separate Artillery Brigade struck a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) north of Pokrovsk. 4 635 8 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers
In Huliaipole direction, enemy, disguised as civilians, tried to penetrate rear of our defenders Yesterday, Russian soldiers once again resorted to prohibited methods of warfare in the Huliaypole direction. 1 942 8
SOF fighters eliminated Russian saboteur and captured two occupiers during special operation. VIDEO A unit of the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces of Ukraine carried out effective special operations, during which a sabotage and reconnaissance group of Russian troops was detected. 7 432 7
SOF eliminated Russian SRG in Pokrovsk: 4 Russian soldiers eliminated. VIDEO Special Operations Forces soldiers killed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group in Pokrovsk. 8 739 14 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
8th Separate Special Purpose Regiment operators eliminate three occupiers, seize their weapons: "Surrender, you bitches, f#ck!". VIDEO In the Lyman direction in Donetsk region, Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces (SOF) have successfully eliminated a Russian sabotage-and-reconnaissance group. 4 937 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Drones of Phoenix unit destroyed sabotage and reconnaissance group and occupiers’ shelters in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Drone operators from the Phoenix border guard unit used strike drones to attack occupiers' SRG in the Kharkiv region. 1 850 0 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers
Situation in Pokrovsk is critical. Large number of Russian SRGs are infiltrating city, - 68th SJB Russian sabotage groups are actively infiltrating Pokrovsk, disrupting the logistics and combat order of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 11 609 49 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction
Fighter from AFU’s sabotage and reconnaissance group shoots occupier walking along road at point-blank range. VIDEO In Donetsk region, a fighter of the Armed Forces of Ukraine's sabotage and reconnaissance group eliminated an occupier who was walking on the road. 12 767 26 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group took out three shelters and 13 occupiers in Sumy direction. VIDEO A Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) in cooperation with UAV operators killed the enemy in the Sumy sector. 3 321 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers
Enemy SRG infiltrated centre of Pokrovsk and killed civilians. Some of occupiers eliminated, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO Recently, an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group managed to penetrate the centre of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 8 611 13 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction
SOF soldiers destroyed Russian SRG in Yampil, Donetsk region. VIDEO The Special Operations Forces destroyed a Russian SRG in Yampil, Donetsk region. 10 203 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Ukrainian Defense Forces complete liquidation of remnants of Russian subversive reconnaissance groups near Yampil, Donetsk region, - AFU In the Dobropillia direction, near the village of Yampil in the Donetsk region, the elimination of the remnants of Russian sabotage groups has been completed. 1 757 17 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction Situation in Dobropillia direction
Russian SRGs infiltrated Yampil but were eliminated by Ukrainian forces – 11th Corps Russian sabotage-reconnaissance groups (SRGs) managed to infiltrate the village of Yampil in Donetsk region but were eliminated by Ukrainian defenders. As of 3 October, the village remains fully under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 570 2 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction
Ukrainian defenders destroyed Russian SRG that had infiltrated village of Verbove to film video with Russian flag. VIDEO Soldiers of the 110th Separate Mechanised Brigade destroyed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group that had infiltrated the village of Verbove to film a video with the Russian flag. 9 321 14 Previously in trend: Situation at front
AFU destroyed occupiers in high-rise building in Pokrovsk: tank opened fire from 20 metres. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, the crew of a "Leopard" tank of the 155th SMB destroyed an enemy SRG that had entered a residential building. They recorded their work on video. The tank crew opened fire from a distance of 20 metres. A powerful shot nearly demolished the entire entrance of the apartment block,... 11 951 30 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
Ukrainian tank takes up combat position and destroys enemy SRG with five occupiers at close range. VIDEO The crew of a Ukrainian tank from the 63rd Separate Mechanised Brigade in the Lyman sector destroyed a Russian subversive reconnaissance group with point-blank fire. 16 678 21 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector
Russian SRG fighter on motorcycle takes his final ride in Pokrovsk, where Ukrainian FPV drones were waiting for him. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, which is currently under relentless shelling, a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) fighter attempted to infiltrate the city. Ukrainian troops spotted the occupier’s accomplice riding a motorcycle. 8 107 19 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Defence forces have cleared Pokrovsk of Russian SRG. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders have cleared the city of Pokrovsk in Donetsk region from Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups. 6 505 26 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
Of 150 enemy saboteurs, about 30 reached Pokrovsk, rest were eliminated - DeepState Sabotage groups from the Russian Federation were indeed spotted in Pokrovsk, but only about 30 of the 150 occupiers made it to the city. 5 065 25 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction
Ukrainian paratroopers defend Pokrovsk against Russian SRGs and eliminate occupiers. VIDEO For over a month, the enemy has persistently attempted to infiltrate Pokrovsk using sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRG). Their main objective is to amass manpower for further operations. 12 279 13 Previously in trend: Situation at front
Enemy subversive reconnaissance groups are active around Kupiansk, but not in city, - Kanashevych, head of DMA Certain activity of sabotage and reconnaissance groups is recorded in settlements near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, in particular in Radkivka and the village of Mirove. 636 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction
Elimination of Russian sabotage groups continues in Pokrovsk, - DeepState Units of the Defence Forces are clearing out enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups in Pokrovsk. 8 400 30 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
Russian forces attempting to infiltrate Sumy region in small infantry groups from Kursk – "Siversk" OTG Russian forces are massing in Russia’s Kursk region and attempting to infiltrate Ukrainian territory in small groups. The Defense Forces are eliminating enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) in Sumy region. 1 432 12 Previously in trend: Fightings near the border of the Sumy region Fighting in Sumy region
Enemy use divers to infiltrate SRGs in Donetsk direction: they were eliminated. VIDEO In the Donetsk direction, the enemy has begun actively using divers to infiltrate sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) behind Ukrainian defense lines. Today, one such group of three people was detected and eliminated. 12 454 37 Previously in trend: Situation at front
Russian SRGs are trying to enter south of Sumy region, closer to Kharkiv region - SBS Border guards are recording attempts by Russian subversive groups to enter Ukrainian territory in the south of the Sumy region. 1 101 1
SBGS: Russian subversive reconnaissance groups continue attempts to break into Sumy region Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups continue to attempt to cross the border of Ukraine in the Sumy region. 1 520 5 Previously in trend: Attacks by SRG on the border of Sumy region
Russians change tactics in northern Sumy region - in some areas of frontline they attack with infantry instead of SRG – OTG "Siversk" In the north of the Sumy region, Russian troops are trying to use not only subversive reconnaissance groups (SRGs), but also small infantry groups. 2 604 13 Previously in trend: Attacks by SRG on the border of Sumy region
Fighters suddenly burst into enemy dugout in occupied territory and eliminated three Russian soldiers. VIDEO 18+ Ukrainian soldiers caught the occupiers by surprise in the dugouts and eliminated them. 29 062 98 Previously in trend: War
This week, SRG infiltrated Sumy region. Some of invaders were eliminated, while rest were pushed back beyond border – RMA This week, a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) of 13 people infiltrated the Sumy region in the area of the Seredyna-Buda community. Ukrainian defenders eliminated some of the invaders, and some of the invaders were pushed back beyond the border. 1 721 8 Previously in trend: War
Since beginning of year, enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups have attempted to infiltrate Ukraine twice - Demchenko Since the beginning of 2025, two attempts by Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups to infiltrate the territory of Ukraine have been recorded. 810 3
Attempts by Russian SRGs to infiltrate border area have been recorded – SBGS Attempts of Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups (SRGs) to infiltrate the regions bordering Russia are being recorded. 2 408 3 Previously in trend: War
Occupiers in Toretsk are changing into civilian clothes - 28th Motorized Rifle Brigade. PHOTOS In Toretsk, Donetsk region, Russian soldiers are disguised in civilian clothes to draw attention away from themselves and disguise themselves. 9 459 16
Decrease in activity of enemy’s SRG is recorded in north - OSGT "Siversk" The presence of enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups is constantly recorded in the northern direction, but it has recently decreased. 539 0
Ukrainian defenders eliminate Russian subversive group in Kursk region. VIDEO Ukrainian servicemen of the 225th Assault Battalion, part of the Pentagon unit, noted significant changes in the enemy's actions in the Kursk region. In particular, according to their observations, the use of enemy armoured vehicles has decreased. 11 549 3 Previously in trend: War
Russia activates subversive reconnaissance groups and intensifies shellings in Kherson region The enemy subversive reconnaissance groups are trying to gain a foothold in the territory controlled by the Defence Forces. The Russians also intensified shelling of some roads and settlements 719 0
Attempts by enemy sabotage reconnaissance groups to infiltrate northern border are few - "Siversk" OTG Currently, Ukrainian defenders do not record numerous attempts by the Russian Federation to carry out sabotage operations on the northern border. 897 1 Previously in trend: War
SBGS: Enemy subversive reconnaissance groups’ activity is not increasing, but threat remains – State Border Guard Service The State Border Guard Service does not record significant use of sabotage-reconnaissance groups by the occupiers, their activity has decreased at some point. 414 1 Previously in trend: War
Border guards destroyed Russian tricolor installed by saboteurs in Chernihiv region - SBS. VIDEO Ukrainian border guards destroyed the Russian tricolour in the Chernihiv region. 4 869 17
Russian SRG did not enter Hremiach in Chernihiv region - SBGSU Russian propaganda reported that the Russian military crossed the border in the Chernihiv region and planted the Russian flag on the bridge over the Sudost River near Hremyach. 2 916 1 Previously in trend: War
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