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In the liberated or contested areas, Ukrainian command is deploying special forces and engaging in sabotage missions. Ukrainian forces have captured Russian operatives and intercepted enemy infiltrators, frequently revealing that Russian claims of encirclement and control are overblown. On the ground, Ukrainian units resist Russian advances, countering assaults and maintaining strategic positions despite heavy fire.
Recently, Ukrainian troops have conducted daring operations, including landing infantry via helicopters and ambushing Russian soldiers under false pretenses—disrupting Russian statements about territorial gains. The persistent resistance underscores Ukraine’s refusal to be overwhelmed and its focus on offensive countermeasures.