Ukrainian Airborne Assault Forces have captured eight Russian soldiers in the Kursk region, highlighting the ongoing resistance against Russian military aggression. The AAF Command confirmed the capture in a statement shared on Facebook, according to Ukrinform.
The detained soldiers include both mobilised troops and contract servicemen. They will now be part of Ukraine’s prisoner exchange pool, which could be used in future negotiations. Ukrainian forces have ensured that the captured soldiers receive medical and psychological assistance.
According to the AAF, Russian soldiers on their own territory often endure inhumane treatment. Reports from the captured troops indicate that within Russian military units, some soldiers have been tortured or executed for failing to carry out criminal orders. This treatment has driven many to surrender rather than risk death on the battlefield.
Ukrainian paratroopers stressed that the prisoners are safe and are being treated according to international humanitarian laws. They urged other Russian soldiers to lay down their arms and surrender, ensuring they would be treated with dignity rather than facing potential death under Russian command.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Captured Soldiers | Eight Russian servicemen |
| Location | Kursk region, Russia |
| Captors | Ukrainian Airborne Assault Forces |
| Condition of Prisoners | Provided with medical and psychological assistance |
| Reason for Surrender | Inhumane treatment by Russian forces, fear of execution |
In a separate incident, the 3rd Operational Brigade Spartan of the National Guard of Ukraine, named after Colonel Petr Bolbochan, also captured a Russian soldier in the Pokrovsk sector.
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