GUR staged the death of RDK commander: how Denis Kapustin was saved

Special operation of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

According to Главком: The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released a video of the special operation during which the fake death of RDK commander Denis Kapustin was staged to save his life. The operation, carried out on December 27, 2026, took place in several stages and was a response to threats coming from Russian special services that ordered Kapustin's assassination.

Denis Kapustin, known by his call sign 'WhiteRex' (Nikitsin), became a target for Russian forces. According to reports, half a million dollars was allocated for his elimination. The special operation of GUR, the details of which were highlighted in the video, demonstrates the efforts of Ukrainian intelligence officers to protect Kapustin's life. This reflects the seriousness of the threat faced by the RDK commander and the professionalism of Ukrainian special services in carrying out such complex tasks.

The importance of operational actions

The video made available to the public emphasizes the importance of the intelligence operational actions and the necessity of making decisions in critical situations to preserve the lives of military personnel.

This special operation not only demonstrates the activity of Ukrainian special services in countering threats but also highlights the risks faced by military leaders in the context of modern conflict. The staging of Kapustin's death became part of a strategy aimed not only at protecting a specific individual but also at enhancing overall security in the region. The importance of such operations underscores the need to adapt tactics in response to new challenges faced by the Ukrainian military and intelligence.