Kyiv: On Wednesday, August 21, Ukrainian forces successfully captured over a dozen Russian soldiers, including members of the elite “Akhmat” unit.
The operation was conducted by soldiers from the 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, who have been active in the ongoing conflict in the Kursk region. The Ukrainian Ground Forces confirmed the capture via Telegram, noting that these prisoners could play a key role in future exchanges.
“Our soldiers continue to execute combat missions in the Kursk region. The capture of these prisoners means that more of our boys and girls will soon return home,” said the Ukrainian fighters involved in the operation.
Items seized from the captured soldiers included chevrons from the Kadyrov “Akhmat” unit, a recognized symbol of their elite standing within Russia’s military.
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This is not the first instance of Chechen fighters surrendering to Ukrainian forces. On August 17, another group of Chechen soldiers surrendered, further bolstering Ukraine’s potential for prisoner exchanges. Additionally, a video released on August 14 depicted over a hundred Russian soldiers surrendering to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, highlighting the challenges faced by Russian troops in the region.
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, has also shared an updated map, showcasing territories now under Ukrainian control. Syrskyi reported that the Ukrainian army has advanced 28-35 kilometers into Russian territory, underscoring their ongoing progress in the conflict.
