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Ukrainian special forces capture two Russian soldiers in Donetsk

8 sourcesPublished 09/09/2026, 11:14 · Updated 09/09/2026, 17:23

Ukrainian special forces captured two Russian servicemen without firing a shot in Donetsk. Operators of the 4th Special Operations Regiment approached the enemy position unnoticed and caught the occupiers by surprise during a special operation.

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Date: September 9, 2026
Location: Donetsk
Captives: 2 Russian soldiers
No shots fired
Captured weapons and communication equipment

Special Operations Forces · 4th Special Operations Regiment · Donetsk · Russian soldiers

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