Units of the Trans-Baikal paratroopers operating west of Artemovsk reported the destruction of an observation post belonging to the Ukrainian forces after they fired an anti-tank guided missile to neutralize the target. The claim came from the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation, which described this action as a precise engagement aimed at degrading enemy surveillance capabilities.
Paratroopers from Buryatia located a Ukrainian observation outpost inside an abandoned dwelling. From this vantage point, the enemy tracked Russian forward positions and directed reconnaissance and attack drones. The discovery showcased the ongoing cat-and-mouse dynamic on the frontline, where hideouts in ruined structures can still provide monitoring and control over battlefield activity.
Once the coordinates were obtained, they were promptly relayed to the Russian command post, which authorized the destruction of the Fagot anti-tank missile system at the location. This sequence illustrates the coordination between observation and strike units designed to disrupt enemy targeting and reconnaissance operations.
Ulan-Ude paratroopers then delivered a precise volley, destroying the enemy observation post and its personnel. After completing the mission, the crew reestablished their position and returned to combat duty, continuing to support ongoing operations in the area.
Earlier reports indicated that Russian forces employed Lancet loitering munitions to strike targets and neutralize enemy armor, including destroying two Ukrainian BMP-1 vehicles. The use of such autonomous air-launched systems underscores the evolving dynamics of mobile, precision-enabled warfare on this sector of the front.
Since the start of the year, Russian troops have continued their operations in the region, including efforts aimed at reducing the enemy’s air defense capabilities. Reports indicate that a number of anti-aircraft launchers belonging to Ukrainian forces were neutralized, reflecting a sustained focus on degrading projected hostile airpower and surveillance capabilities in contested zones.