Kathrine Frich
A group calling itself the Caucasus Liberation Movement claimed credit for the ambush.
A group calling itself the Caucasus Liberation Movement claimed credit for the ambush.
Ukraine’s special forces assassinate Russian colonel
Ukraine’s special forces struck deep inside Russian territory, targeting a senior Rosgvardiya officer.
The rogue assault underscores Kyiv’s willingness to take offensive action on enemy soil. Two other Russian soldiers were also killed in the operation.
Target was Rosgvardiya’s Avangard unit
The slain officer held the rank of lieutenant colonel and was assigned to the Avangard unit of Russia’s National Guard.
Avangard is known for its elite status and internal security roles. His removal signals a serious hit on Russia’s command structure.
Ambush staged near Tambukan, Stavropol region
The attack occurred near the settlement of Tambukan in Russia’s Stavropol territory. Insurgents used a coordinated explosion as a trap.
The geography suggests the assailants had local intelligence and freedom of movement inside Russia.
Caucasus Liberation Movement claims responsibility
A group calling itself the Caucasus Liberation Movement claimed credit for the ambush.
Their involvement suggests coordination between Ukrainian forces and local insurgents.
The link shows how resistance inside Russia may expand.
Video documents the explosion and aftermath
The operation was filmed by the attackers and circulated via Telegram.
The footage captures the moment an explosive device hits the Russian convoy, followed by smoke, fire and chaos.
The visual confirmation adds weight to the claim.
HUR confirms the strike, with few details
Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) issued a statement confirming the death of a Rosgvardiya lieutenant colonel and two subordinates.
The officer was described as “heading the enemy special unit group Avangard.”
Other identities were withheld.
As HUR described it: “The group of Muscovites was moving to a training ground, but never made it. The fight continues. Glory to Ukraine!”
Ambush taps into Russia’s internal unrest
By using the Caucasus Liberation Movement, Ukraine is exploiting internal fractures within Russia.
Such groups may already be hostile to Moscow’s rule, and this operation demonstrates how Kyiv can weaponise local dissent.
Avangard has dark reputation
The Avangard unit has been accused of brutalities, especially in Ukrainian territories.
It played roles in suppressing dissent and securing strategic locations.
The loss of a leader may slow its capacity or rattle its morale.
Moscow likely to respond harshly
The Kremlin will almost certainly retaliate.
Strikes inside Russian-held territory, not just Ukraine, rattle traditional red lines.
Experts expect increased security operations, arrests, and military escalation as the price.
This article is made and published by Kathrine Frich, which may have used AI in the preparation
