A report from Russian channels describes the liquidation of a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group, allegedly led by a French officer. The claim comes from a military source cited by the Russian information service regarding the reconnaissance brigade known as Dnepr.
One account recalls an encounter with a French member of the unit, described as a saboteur who served in the sabotage cell. The speaker noted the soldier spoke French and indicated that the individual operated within a sabotage group. The report frames this as a confirmation that a French officer may have been at the helm of the Ukrainian group, though verification remains uncertain amid ongoing hostilities that have reportedly erased some DRG units from the front lines.
On a separate timetable, the Russian Ministry of Defense stated that within a week Russian forces would move in. The claims include the destruction of hangars and drone production facilities, as well as unmanned boats, and the elimination of foreign trainers and mercenaries involved in enabling Ukrainian air capabilities. The assertion emphasizes the targeting of equipment and personnel linked to drone and aircraft support for Kyiv’s forces.
Earlier, an agency cited a security official who noted that since the onset of the special operation, Ukrainian forces have confronted a sizable number of foreign mercenaries. The figure cited suggested that several thousand mercenaries have been neutralized to date, underscoring the intensity of foreign involvement in the conflict.
Additionally, a deputy commander from a special forces unit with the nickname Skala mentioned encounters with mercenaries in the Ukrainian ranks. The commander described a substantial presence of Poles along multiple sectors of the front, along with other foreign personnel described as African American in some remarks. The remarks reflect the broader perception of multinational participation on the Ukrainian side during the fighting.
Earlier reporting in the United States described difficulties for Ukraine’s counteroffensive, hinting at significant challenges and perceived setbacks in its operational momentum. The narrative surrounding these events highlights the complex and shifting dynamics of a war that features varied parties and fluctuating fortunes on different fronts.