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Special Operations Forces release footage of precise elimination of enemy troops near Pokrovsk

Special Operations Forces release footage of precise elimination of enemy troops near Pokrovsk Illustrative photo: fighting on the frontline (Getty Images)

The Special Operations Forces (SSO) carried out a successful operation in the Pokrovsk direction, eliminating Russian troops during a clearance at an industrial facility, the Tactical Group of the Special Operations Forces reported this on their Telegram channel.

In the Pokrovsk direction, fighters of the 3rd Separate Special Operations Regiment carried out a targeted clearance operation at an industrial facility that had been infiltrated by a group of Russian soldiers.

During aerial reconnaissance, drone operators detected the enemy attempting to enter the mine’s territory. Assessing the situation, Ukrainian soldiers developed a clear plan of action.

Waiting for optimal weather conditions, the Special Operations Forces team moved to the designated area to carry out the operation.

The events then unfolded according to a pre-planned scenario: establishing contact, close-quarters combat, and the elimination of the enemy group.

The SSO unit operated in coordination with drone operators, who provided constant aerial surveillance and support with FPV drones.

Thanks to the unit’s coordination, speed, and professionalism, the mission was completed without any losses on the Ukrainian side. The enemy attempting to infiltrate the facility was completely neutralized.

Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukrainian Defense Forces units continue defensive operations along difficult sections of the front, including Pokrovsk, Vovchansk, and Kupiansk.

According to Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, Ukrainian troops have been actively eliminating Russian forces in Pokrovsk over the past week. More than a third of the city has been cleared of enemy presence.

At the same time, fog is complicating the defense of Pokrovsk. Under the cover of fog, Russian forces are attempting to infiltrate the city.