In a significant development, Ukraine’s Defence Ministry’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (HUR) announced that a “special operation” was executed overnight by the country’s navy and military intelligence. The operation involved units landing on Russian-occupied Crimea, marking a notable display of Ukraine’s ground operation capabilities in the region. Although the report from HUR has yet to be independently verified by Reuters, if true, it signifies a rare achievement in Ukrainian forces’ ability to stage operations on Crimean soil.
The operation’s execution was accompanied by brief and dimly-lit video footage, showcasing a small motorboat navigating through the water under the cover of night, near a coastal area. According to HUR, the landing point was identified as the western tip of Crimea, situated in proximity to the settlements of Olenivka and Mayak.
“Special units on watercraft landed on the shore in the area of the Olenivka and Mayak settlements,” declared HUR in an official statement. Although the statement mentioned that “all goals” were accomplished and casualties were inflicted on the enemy, it refrained from specifying the precise objectives of the operation.
Adding a significant symbolic dimension to the development, HUR mentioned that the “state flag flew again in Ukrainian Crimea,” though it refrained from providing additional details about the location or context of the flag-raising.
As of now, Russia has not issued an official response to the reported operation. This development comes on Ukraine’s Independence Day, further underscoring its significance in the broader geopolitical context.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently reiterated his commitment to ending Russia’s occupation of Crimea. However, Russia has shown no indication of relinquishing control over the peninsula.
In a separate report, Ukraine’s military intelligence revealed an intriguing incident involving a Russian military pilot. The report indicated that a Russian Mi-8 helicopter pilot was deliberately lured to land at a Ukrainian airfield, showcasing the complex and dynamic nature of the ongoing situation.
As Ukraine demonstrates its capabilities and resolve on multiple fronts, the region continues to witness evolving dynamics that hold implications for both the country and the international community at large.
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