Account of Russian Special Forces on Ukrainian Assault Tactics Near Artemovsk
A recent account describes how unprepared Ukrainian groups were reportedly stopped by Russian forces as they moved toward frontline positions in the Artemovsk area. The report comes from a fighter associated with the Siberian special forces unit within the South group of Russian troops, and it emphasizes the perceived difference between what he calls professional units and less educated, improvised formations.
The soldier described the so-called meat formations as advancing tightly in a single line, with minimal distance between lines. According to him, a single well-placed shot could wipe out an entire group. He explained that when FPV drones were used in concert with artillery, the impact on a group could be amplified, increasing the likelihood of devastating effectiveness against it.
According to the described sequence, three waves of enemy assault occurred, with eight soldiers in each wave and very short spacing between individuals. The report claims these waves were swiftly neutralized using a combination of weapons, including 120 millimeter and 82 millimeter mortars, as well as FPV drone teams. The soldier asserted that these tactics prevented Ukrainian troops from reaching Russian positions in the area.
In contrast, the officer noted that more prepared Ukrainian units allegedly follow a different pattern. He suggested that the first two in a group are targeted by a kamikaze drone, and that subsequent members are then engaged by artillery fire. This description portrays a methodical approach to suppressing more coordinated attacks.
Official statements from the Russian Defense Ministry have, on record, cited artillery strikes that reportedly destroyed an infantry group of Ukrainian forces located near Artemovsk. The discussion reflects ongoing claims about battlefield effectiveness and the relative capabilities of different combat groups in this sector of the conflict.
Earlier commentary from a former Ukrainian serviceman raised questions about the underlying causes of the broader conflict in Ukraine, signaling a perception of uncertainty surrounding the origins and drivers of the fighting. These statements contribute to a complex narrative surrounding the battle around Artemovsk and the broader strategic contest in the region.