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The Special Operations Forces (SOF) of Ukraine have recently demonstrated significant operational capabilities through impactful missions. One notable operation saw SOF units releasing footage of the destruction of a railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal in occupied Crimea, illustrating a strategic victory. Additionally, SOF's Deep Strike units struck an oil depot and a fuel and lubricants depot in Russia's Rostov Region using drones, showcasing precision and tactical expertise. Another coordinated strike, with USF, SSU, and DIU involvement, targeted the Moscow Oil Refinery, resulting in a large-scale fire. The Palkino oil pumping station in Yaroslavl Region was also successfully targeted by SOF in coordination with Russian insurgents. These missions underscore SOF's critical role in disrupting enemy logistics and infrastructure, enhancing Ukraine's strategic position in ongoing conflicts.

How did the SOF target the railway bridge in Crimea?

Ukraine's Special Operations Forces utilized strategic planning and precise execution to successfully dismantle the railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal. This operation aimed to disrupt key transport routes in the occupied territory, showcasing the effectiveness of their tactical operations.

What were the impacts of the oil depot strikes in Rostov Region?

The drone attacks by SOF on the oil depot and fuel storage in Russia's Rostov Region significantly disrupted Russia's energy logistics. These strikes demonstrated SOF's ability to conduct deep penetration missions and inflict damage on vital enemy resources, bolstering Ukraine's strategic operations.

What is the significance of the Moscow Oil Refinery attack?

The strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery marked a significant achievement for the SOF, causing a large-scale fire and highlighting the vulnerability of key Russian infrastructure. The coordinated efforts with other Ukrainian forces emphasized the strategic reach and impact of joint operations.

How did coordination with insurgents aid the Yaroslavl Region mission?

The collaboration between Ukrainian SOF and Russian insurgents in the Yaroslavl Region mission demonstrated a tactical alliance to target the Palkino oil pumping station. This cooperation allowed for efficient planning and execution, resulting in the successful disruption of regional strategic operations.

What are the future implications of SOF activities in the region?

The recent operations conducted by Ukraine's SOF suggest an increasing capability and strategic intent to disrupt key logistics and infrastructure of their adversaries. This ongoing pressure is expected to further destabilize enemy operations and potentially reshape the regional power dynamics.

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The 8th Special Operations Forces Regiment eliminated one occupier and took two prisoners Operators of SOF 8th Regiment eliminate one invader and capture two during raid on occupiers’ position. VIDEO Operators of the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces successfully carried out a raid on an enemy position in the Donetsk region. 3 489 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Satellite imagery shows the railway bridge in occupied Crimea destroyed by the Special Operations Forces Destroyed railway bridge across North Crimean Canal in occupied Crimea after SOF strike. SATELLITE PHOTOS The first satellite evidence of a successful special operation by the Ukrainian military in the temporarily occupied Crimea has appeared online. Journalists have published images showing the destruction of a strategic railway bridge across the North Crimean Canal, which was struck by Special... 9 218 10 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Strikes on Russian logistics

The SOF announced the destruction of a railway bridge in Crimea. What is known Railway bridge across North Crimean Canal in occupied Crimea no longer exists, - Special Operations Forces. VIDEO (updated) The railway bridge across the North Crimean Canal in occupied Crimea has been destroyed. 18 175 34 Previously in trend: Strikes on Russian logistics

Tyumen oil refinery SOF drones struck Tyumen oil refinery 2,500 km from Ukraine, – SOF On 20 June, Deep Strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck the Tyumen oil refinery in the Tyumen region of the Russian Federation. 9 002 45 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

Special Operations Forces have disabled a railway bridge in temporarily occupied Crimea Special Operations Forces (SOF) have shown footage of destruction of railway bridge across North Crimean Canal. PHOTO Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces have released footage showing the destruction of a railway bridge spanning the North Crimean Canal near Rozdolne in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 9 296 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Strikes on Russian logistics

Special Operations Forces struck an oil depot in the Rostov Region of the Russian Federation SOF struck oil depot and a fuel and lubricants depot in Rostov Region of Russian Federation with drones. PHOTO On the night of 18 June, Deep Strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck the ‘Rostovnefteprodukt’ oil depot and a fuel and lubricants depot in the Rostov Region of the Russian Federation. 4 649 10 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia Striking Russia

Oil refinery Moscow Large-scale fire has been reported following attack on oil refinery in Moscow, - SOF Units of the Special Operations Forces' Deep Strike Group, together with the USF, the SSU, and the DIU, successfully struck the Moscow Oil Refinery. A large-scale fire has been reported at the refinery. 4 026 14 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions Strike on oil refinery in Moscow

SOF and Russian rebels hit Palkino oil pumping station Palkino oil pumping station in Yaroslavl region was hit, - SOF Special Operations Forces, in coordination with the insurgent movement in Russia, carried out a successful special operation at the "Palkino" oil pumping station in the Yaroslavl Region of Russia. 2 852 24

Sikorski urges Ukraine to correct Ukrainian Insurgent Army unit naming dispute Ukraine must correct mistake regarding name of "Heroes of Ukrainian Insurgent Army" unit – Sikorski Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said Ukraine must correct the "mistake" regarding the naming of the Special Operations Forces unit "Heroes of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UIA)." According to him, Kyiv is responsible for the escalation of the discussion in bilateral relations. 5 290 109 Previously in trend: Poland and Ukraine relationship Scandal involving unit named after Heroes of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army

Strike on an oil depot in Crimea Special Operations Forces have struck oil storage facilities in Crimea: oil depot and terminal have been hit. VIDEO Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck the Semykolodezianska oil depot and an oil terminal in occupied Crimea on the night of 7 June. 6 649 14 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea

In Crimea, the Russian authorities are depriving people of their homes by revoking their own decisions 3rd Special Operations Regiment has established air control over part of land route to Crimea. VIDEO The 3rd Separate Special Forces Regiment has reported that it has established air control over part of the land corridor used by the occupiers to link up with occupied Crimea. 7 874 12 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Fuel shortage

an oil pipeline junction in the Kirov region was hit Key oil pipeline junction in Kirov region and oil depot in Rostov region have been hit, - SOF Drones operated by the Special Operations Forces struck a major production and control station on a large oil pipeline in the Kirov region of the Russian Federation, as well as an oil depot in the Rostov region, on the night of 31 May. 3 333 26 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

SOF SOF strike two Tor-M2 SAM systems in Zaporizhzhia region - key Russian logistics under attack. VIDEO Units of the Special Operations Forces’ Middle-strike group destroyed two Tor-M2 air defence missile systems. 2 434 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters from the Revanche Tactical Group of the International Legion have completed a training course at the Special Operations Forces training centre Fighters from International Legion’s "Revanche" tactical group completed two-month training course at Special Operations Forces centre. VIDEO Fighters from the "Revanche" tactical group of the International Legion of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine have completed a two-month training course at the Special Operations Forces Training Centre of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 547 3 Previously in trend: Military training in Ukraine

ссо Zelenskyy honors Special Operations Forces soldiers on 10th anniversary of creation of Special Operations Forces. PHOTOS On the Day of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with SOF soldiers at one of the command posts, congratulated them on the 10th anniversary of the creation of the SOF, presented them with state awards, handed over a battle flag,... 1 217 3 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

SOF defending Ukraine Special Operations Forces are one of most effective components of our defence, – Zelenskyy. PHOTOS Special operations forces are one of the most effective components of our defence. 1 421 13 Previously in trend: Day of SOF

Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck the Grushovaya oil depot and the Sheshkharis oil terminal Operators of Unmanned Systems Forces struck "Grushova" oil depot and "Sheshkharis" oil terminal in Krasnodar Krai of Russian Federation. VIDEO Operators from the Unmanned Systems Forces, in coordination with other components of the Defence Forces, carried out strikes on the "Grushova" oil depot and the "Sheshkharis" oil terminal in the Krasnodar Krai of the Russian Federation. 4 971 18 Previously in trend: Drones attacked Krasnodar Krai Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations USF strikes on Russian oil facilities in Russian Federation DIU special operations

attack on Yaroslavl Yaroslavl-3 pumping station – major hub on oil pipeline from Siberia to Baltic – has been hit, - Special Operations Forces Special operations forces struck an oil pumping station near the town of Semibratovo in the Yaroslavl Region of the Russian Federation on May 18. 2 798 2 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

Special Forces personnel eliminated an occupier who had hidden in a wooded area Special forces of "UA_REG TEAM" SOF unit eliminate Russian invader in tree line in 4 minutes. VIDEO Fighters of the "UA_REG TEAM" unit of the Special Operations Forces eliminated a Russian infantryman in their zone of responsibility. 4 797 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Fighters from the 8th Special Operations Regiment cleared the wooded area of enemy infantry Fighters from 8th Special Operations Regiment cleared forest strip and eliminated occupier who refused to surrender. VIDEO Ukrainian infantrymen from the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces, part of the "UA_REG TEAM" unit, carried out a sweep of wooded terrain on one section of the front line. 5 935 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat

SOF fighters cleared the building of occupiers Special forces from SOF’s "Rangers" regiment cleared position held by occupiers during raid on house. VIDEO Soldiers from the 6th Special Operations Regiment "Rangers" carried out a raid on a building housing Russian troops and destroyed an enemy position on one of the fronts. 3 352 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Karakurt hit Struck "Karakurt" had launcher and eight "Kalibrs" on board, - Special Operations Forces Special Operations Forces struck the missile boat "Karakurt", which was carrying "Kalibr" cruise missiles, and an oil terminal in the port of Primorsk in the Leningrad region of the Russian Federation on the night of 3 May. 10 925 9

Special Operations Forces strike Iskander base in occupied Crimea: what is known? Iskander storage base hit in occupied Crimea – Special Operations Forces. VIDEO Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck a storage site for Iskander operational-tactical missile systems in temporarily occupied Crimea. 8 775 22 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea

The SOF struck the largest oil refinery in northern Russia Special Operations Forces and Defence Forces struck Yaroslavl Oil Refinery, largest in northern Russia, 1,000 km from front line. VIDEO On the night of 26 April, Special Operations Forces, in conjunction with other units of the Defence Forces, struck the Yaroslavl oil refinery in the Russian Federation, located approximately 1,000 km from the front line. 5 863 13 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

Special Operations Forces spent the week destroying enemy arsenals, bases and logistics in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions Over past week, Special Operations Forces have struck number of enemy arsenals, bases and logistics facilities in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. VIDEO Throughout the week, Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces carried out strikes against enemy arsenals, depots, logistics centres, and repair bases in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 1 659 2 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Situation in the Donetsk region

Drone attacks occupier Two occupiers jump into lake and try to swim away from drone. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, operators from the 1st Detachment of the 4th Special Operations Forces Centre "Ranger" identified and successfully eliminated a group of Russian occupiers who were attempting to use an unconventional method of defence against air strikes. This was reported by Censor.NET. 9 947 27 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Special Operations Forces struck enemy arsenals and logistics hubs SOF strike enemy arsenals and logistics hubs in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. VIDEO Special Operations Forces (SOF) struck enemy arsenals and logistics hubs in occupied parts of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 2 760 6 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators Strikes on Russian logistics

SOF fighters struck Rubicon bases near Mariupol SOF drone operators struck "Rubicon" base near Mariupol. VIDEO Special Operations Forces have struck a logistics base belonging to the Russian unmanned technology centre ‘Rubicon’ in occupied Mangush, Donetsk Oblast. 3 657 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

SOF fighters eliminated two occupiers during a clearance operation in the Donetsk region Fighters of 8th Special Operations Regiment eliminate two Russian reconnaissance troops while clearing building in Donetsk region. VIDEO Two Russian reconnaissance troops managed to penetrate beyond the forward positions of Ukraine’s Defense Forces in one of the operational directions, but their movement was detected in time by aerial reconnaissance operators. 6 683 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat

striking the drilling rigs SOF show footage of strike on two Russian drilling platforms in Caspian Sea. VIDEO The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Special Operations Forces (SOF) showed footage of the strike on two drilling platforms belonging to the Russian company Lukoil on the Caspian Sea shelf on the night of April 10. 6 762 59 Previously in trend: Damage to drilling rigs in the Caspian Sea

Strikes on Russian air defence systems in Crimea: targets in Sevastopol hit Strike on Crimea’s "shield": Russian air defence repair centre in Sevastopol hit, – Navy. VIDEO The Navy, Special Operations Forces and unmanned aerial systems have carried out strikes on military targets in Sevastopol, including the "Granit" facility and Russian military bases in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 6 977 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

SOF strike on Donetsk Base of "Rubicon" unit in Donetsk and enemy depots in Vilne have been struck, – SOF. VIDEO Special Operations Forces carried out a series of 'Middle Strike' strikes against enemy targets in occupied Donetsk Oblast on the night of 18 March. 5 311 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

sof strike SOF have struck motor transport depot, equipment repair bases and Russian logistics centre in Crimea and Zaporizhzhia. VIDEO Over the course of three days, units of the Middle-strike Group of the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Special Operations Forces carried out a series of strikes against enemy military targets in the occupied territories of Crimea and Zaporizhzhia Oblast. 1 855 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Elimination of an occupier in close combat SOF fighters eliminate occupier in close combat near Pokrovsk: "Who are you?", - "We are AFU!". VIDEO Operatives from the 144th Special Operations Centre successfully carried out an operation to clear a building occupied by the enemy in the Pokrovsk direction. According to Censor.NET, the special operation took place in the winter of 2025 and was carried out by the "Jägermeister" group. 14 019 14 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

destruction of Russian warehouses and equipment Enemy S-300 and S-400 systems left without "eyes": radar station in Sevastopol and arsenal in Donetsk region hit. VIDEO Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck enemy arsenals in occupied Donetsk Oblast, a radar station in occupied Sevastopol, a reconnaissance UAV depot, and an enemy MTZ depot in Zaporizhzhia. 3 020 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Explosions in Crimea

A soldier keeps an occupier who is surrendering in his sights SOF fighters, posing as Russians, captured four occupiers without firing a shot. VIDEO The Special Operations Forces (SOF) of Ukraine demonstrated the highest level of tactical skill and psychological testing of the enemy in the Lyman direction. According to Censor.NET, fighters from the 8th Separate SOF Regiment carried out a brilliant operation to clear enemy positions under the... 11 141 43 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

SSO fighters hit a number of military targets in Donetsk region SOF drones destroyed fuel base in Makiivka and EW system in Donetsk. VIDEO Special Operations Forces (SOF) carried out a series of strikes on Russian military facilities in temporarily occupied Makiivka and Donetsk. 2 767 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Special operations forces hit a radar station in Crimea and the Russian Federation headquarters SOF hit four radar stations in occupied Crimea and Russian command post. VIDEO As a result of a series of high-precision strikes, the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed or damaged four radar stations in Crimea and a command post of the Russian Federation's marine corps. 2 828 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

SOF special forces disabled the occupiers’ strategic facilities SOF destroyed S-400 air defense systems in Crimea and occupier warehouses in Donetsk region Front-strike SOF units carried out a series of precision strikes on TOT: the S-400 base in Orlivka, three fuel depots, and an enemy repair facility were destroyed. 5 087 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russian radar explodes Ukrainian soldiers destroyed Russian "Kasta" radar station in Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO The Defense Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful joint operation to demilitarize enemy air defense and reconnaissance in the southern direction. As reported by Censor.NET, a Russian Kasta-2E2 radar station was detected and completely destroyed in the Zaporizhzhia region. 3 327 7

3rd SOF Regiment eliminates occupiers in Pokrovsk direction Special forces of 3rd SOF Regiment eliminate enemy group and evacuate AFU fighter with ground robot. VIDEO Special forces from the 3rd Regiment of the Special Operations Forces killed the occupiers and rescued a serviceman of Ukraine’s Armed Forces in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 773 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Unmanned Ground Vehicles UGVs

Russian Air Defence hit Enemy S-400 "Triumph" and "Pantsir S-1" air defence missile systems in Crimea were hit, - SOF. VIDEO On the night of 25 February 2026, Middle Strike units of the Special Operations Forces successfully struck enemy air defence positions in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 4 112 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Special Operations Forces soldiers cleared the area and eliminated two occupiers. Special forces of 4th Rangers Regiment carried out raid on Russian positions, eliminating two occupiers. VIDEO Operators of the 4th Ranger Regiment of the Special Operations Forces conducted successful special actions in one of the directions of the front. 4 675 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Iskander storage facility attacked: details from the Special Operations Forces Storage site of "Iskander" and "Rubicon" piloting point hit by SOF in TOT. VIDEO Special Operations Forces soldiers successfully attacked Russian rear and operational infrastructure facilities in the occupied territories with FP-2 drones. 6 571 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Destruction of the occupiers’ deployment base SOF destroyed warehouses and bases of 29th Army of Russian Federation in occupied territories with FP-2 drones. VIDEO Over the past few days, units of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) of Ukraine have conducted a large-scale operation to undermine the enemy's offensive capabilities. Using FP-2 kamikaze drones, special forces carried out precision strikes on strategic targets of the occupiers in the... 2 621 0 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

Clearing Kupiansk of occupiers: details from the Special Operations Forces Occupiers in supermarket in Kupiansk: SOF eliminated two ruscists and captured two more. VIDEO Special Operations Forces soldiers continue their operation to clear Kupiansk of Russian occupiers. 8 359 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

SOF fighters cleared the area of occupiers in the Donetsk direction. 8th Special Operations Forces regiment carried out raid in snow-covered forest and captured three occupiers in Donetsk region. VIDEO Operators from the 8th Special Operations Forces Regiment carried out successful special operations in one of the areas in the Donetsk region. 6 318 15 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat

SOF drone operators destroyed fuel facilities in Crimea and Donetsk region SOF destroyed enemy warehouses and fuel trains in Crimea and Donetsk region. VIDEO Special operations forces carried out strikes on enemy logistics facilities in temporarily occupied territories. 5 540 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

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