Russian Military Hardware Destroyed in the Huliaipole Sector
In the Zaporizhzhia region, Ukrainian border guards from the Phoenix unit successfully targeted and destroyed several high-value Russian assets during the night of April 4-5. The operation resulted in the loss of three multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) and a rare Zoopark counter-battery radar system, with the estimated total value of the destroyed equipment reaching approximately $28 million.
The following Russian systems were neutralized in the strike:
- Two Grad MLRS
- One Uragan MLRS
- A rare Zoopark radar system
This successful strike is part of a broader Ukrainian defensive effort that has now destroyed roughly 15 of these sophisticated Zoopark systems since the full-scale invasion began. The Zoopark radar is a key asset for locating Ukrainian artillery, making its destruction a significant tactical victory.
Details of the operation were released by the Phoenix unit and confirmed by the Ukrainian media outlet Glavcom on April 6, 2026. The report also noted that within the same 24-hour period, Ukrainian forces successfully hit a Bastion coastal missile launcher, several command posts, and areas where enemy troops had concentrated. As quoted by GLAVCOM:
"In Zaporizhzhia, border guards of the Phoenix unit destroyed Russian equipment worth an estimated $28 million in a single night. The strike eliminated three MLRS units—two Grads and one Uragan—as well as a rare Zoopark radar."
Demonstrated Effectiveness of Ukrainian Forces
This action by the Phoenix unit underscores the continued operational tempo and effectiveness of Ukrainian forces amidst the ongoing conflict. Destroying such a significant amount of enemy hardware not only degrades Russia's military capabilities but also highlights the success of Ukrainian tactical planning and execution. Given the scarcity and high value of Zoopark radar systems, their elimination provides a crucial advantage in the electronic warfare and counter-battery duel that defines much of the front-line fighting.
The recent success of the Phoenix unit highlights the ongoing effectiveness of Ukrainian forces in neutralizing key Russian military assets. This follows a series of targeted strikes, including a recent operation where Ukrainian forces successfully hit critical radar and naval installations in Crimea. For more on these strategic actions and their implications, read about how Ukrainian forces targeted significant Russian radar systems and naval assets in their continuing efforts.