'Significant figure' wounded during Ukraine's military intelligence raid in Belgorod region, chief of special operation says
Kyrylo Budanov, Head of the Ukrainian Defense Intelligence (Photo: Vitalii Nosach, RBC-Ukraine)
During a mission conducted by Ukrainian intelligence operatives in the Belgorod region of Russia, significant losses were inflicted on the enemy's live forces, resulting in casualties and injuries. One of the severely injured individuals was a "significant figure," according to Kyrylo Budanov, the head of the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
"Not disclosing details, I can say that one of the severely injured individuals was quite a significant figure. A helicopter was immediately requested for evacuation right at the scene," stated the head of military intelligence.
He decided not to divulge further details about the operation carried out by intelligence operatives on enemy territory.
Budanov also noted that this raid was "a routine operation for us."
"Once again, I come back to what I said - we are in an open war, and there's no reason to be surprised. Those who wage war on others sooner or later face it themselves. Ultimately, that's what's happening," concluded the head of the intelligence service.
Background
Earlier today, the Defense Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense reported a raid in the Belgorod region of Russia. During the operation, losses were inflicted on the enemy, and the exact number of eliminated or injured occupiers is being clarified.
It was also reported that special forces replaced the only road used by invaders in a certain area in the Grayvoron district and attacked a Russian platoon's fortified position using firearms and mortars.
Situation in Belgorod and the region
Since December 30, reports from Russians have complained about shelling in Belgorod and the region. Sources from RBC-Ukraine in intelligence services stated that Security and Defense Forces conducted missile strikes on military facilities in Belgorod on December 30.
According to Russian claims, the so-called shelling continued on January 1 and 2. Russian officials and the Russian Ministry of Defense allege that rockets were allegedly shot down.
On the evening of January 4, explosions were heard again in Belgorod. Russians on social media reported hits and the operation of air defense systems.
