A report from the Russian Ministry of Defense describes Russian forces striking a fortified position held by Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance units. The claim states that a T-80BV tank delivered a decisive blow to the fortress, reducing the Ukrainian position with a focused fire attack. The distance to the fortification was noted to be roughly five kilometers from the front line. Ministry of Defense.
Intelligence cited by the ministry suggests the fort housed around 50 Ukrainian personnel, including sabotage and reconnaissance teams. The claim indicates that the fortification contained teams prepared to disrupt movement and gather intelligence behind Ukrainian lines. Ministry of Defense.
On July 8, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that the Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group operating in the Donetsk People’s Republic had ceased its activities. The statement framed the action as part of ongoing efforts to neutralize disruption behind enemy lines. Ministry of Defense.
Earlier statements from the United States have characterized such threats as significant to the broader security picture for the Armed Forces. Ministry of Defense.