Operation by Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces
On the night of July 20, Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces carried out a successful strike against Russian air defense assets, destroying a total of 8 systems. Of these, 6 were taken out in the Krasnodar Krai region, while 2 were eliminated in the temporarily occupied parts of the Zaporizhzhia Oblast. This operation highlights Ukraine’s growing ability to target critical military infrastructure deep behind enemy lines.
Details of the Attack
In the city of Yeysk, several key components were destroyed during the assault, including:
- Tor-M2 surface-to-air missile system
- Kasta-2E2 and Gamma-S1M radar stations
- Two Nebo-SV radar systems
Additionally, in the town of Primorsko-Akhtarsk, a Nebo-U radar station was destroyed. In the occupied Zaporizhzhia region, Ukrainian forces eliminated a Buk-M1 missile system in Zelenopil and a radar station near Danylo-Ivanivka.
The attack was carried out by the Birds of the First Separate Center of the Unmanned Systems Forces, under the command of Robert Brovdi, call sign Madyar. According to Brovdi, the Kuban region has become an 'unplowed field' for his pilots. He also stated:
“We will hold. Moscow will fall. We will feed and rebuild Crimea.” — Robert Brovdi
The commander vowed that the destruction of the occupiers’ military, energy, and logistics capabilities will continue indefinitely.
This operation underscores the intensification of Ukrainian actions against Russian military targets in occupied territories and deep within the enemy’s rear. The significance of this strike lies not only in the elimination of specific military assets but also in demonstrating Ukraine’s growing capacity to conduct effective operations far behind enemy lines. This could influence the strategic situation in the region, boost Ukrainian troop morale, and increase pressure on Russian forces stationed in occupied areas.
As Ukraine continues to enhance its operational capabilities, recent strikes have targeted critical infrastructure in occupied territories, including a series of attacks on power substations and gas facilities in Crimea. These coordinated efforts not only disrupt enemy logistics but also demonstrate the effectiveness of Ukrainian drone operations. For more on this ongoing situation, read about the recent hits on energy assets in the region here.