KYIV, February 17, 2025 – A member of the ATESH guerrilla movement, who infiltrated the Russian military, successfully sabotaged one of the enemy’s key electronic warfare (EW) systems. The attack targeted the RP-377LA Lorandit electronic warfare system, which plays a crucial role in controlling radio signals, conducting direction-finding operations, and suppressing communications. The incident highlights both the resourcefulness and determination of Ukraine’s resistance groups operating behind enemy lines.
The sabotage was carried out by an agent from the 344th Radio Regiment of the Russian Air Force, stationed in Ukraine. The agent quietly poured sugar into the fuel tank of the RP-377LA system, causing it to malfunction. The disruption went undetected for three days, during which time the agent successfully escaped without being caught. Once discovered, the failure was blamed on technical issues, though the sabotage now poses a major challenge for the Russian forces.
ATESH, the Ukrainian guerrilla group responsible for the action, has claimed credit for the strike, noting that the unit’s command is now under pressure to explain the sabotage to their superiors. Despite the secrecy surrounding the incident, the ATESH group has vowed to continue planning further operations, building on the momentum from this successful mission.
The RP-377LA Lorandit system, which was adopted by Russia in 2019, is a high-cost and advanced piece of equipment, valued at over 20 million rubles. The production of new units has reportedly become increasingly difficult for Russia, adding significant strain to their electronic warfare capabilities.
This attack is just the latest in a series of successful operations by the ATESH guerrilla movement. Earlier, the group had uncovered a hidden stockpile of Russian military equipment at a facility in the Kherson region. This included trucks and BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicles, all of which were stored under the protection of an occupation platoon.
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