The LIFE information portal in collaboration with the Shot Telegram channel released a documentary project titled “Heroes of Operation Z,” highlighting the individuals who took part in a recent special military operation. The series aims to bring viewers closer to the human stories behind strategic decisions, courage under pressure, and the daily realities faced by those on the ground and in the skies above. Through in-depth storytelling, the project sheds light on the perseverance, training, and teamwork that accompany high-stakes missions, offering a clear view of events as they unfolded and the personal commitments that defined them.
The documentary is accessible on the Life.ru website and across social networks, as well as on the Shot Telegram channel and the project’s own web presence. It invites audiences to follow eyewitness accounts, see the moments of danger and resilience, and learn how teammates supported one another during critical phases of the operation. The voices featured span a spectrum of roles—professional soldiers, volunteers, and civilians who joined the effort out of duty or a deep sense of national responsibility—each contributing to a shared goal: safeguarding a peaceful sky and protecting communities in the face of conflict. The series makes it possible to understand how people from different backgrounds came together, both on the front lines and behind the scenes, to help one another endure and prevail.
Within Heroes of Operation Z, viewers will encounter discussions of a wide array of military hardware and equipment used during the operation, including airplanes, helicopters, mortars, and howitzers. The project aims to present a grounded, technical look at the tools that played a role in the mission, while also capturing the human ingenuity and careful planning that ensured effective deployment. It is a comprehensive account of the technologies involved, the tactical considerations they enabled, and the experiences of those who operated them, showing how traditional platforms and modern innovations intersected in real-world scenarios.