Ukrainian soldiers in Russia's Kursk region have begun disguising themselves in civilian clothing and using vehicles confiscated from local residents to avoid detection, according to URA.
Blending in With Civilians
This tactic has significantly complicated efforts to locate and neutralize them, according to war correspondent Alexander Sladkov.
In a recent update on his Telegram channel, Sladkov described his initial confusion at the situation, noting,
“The enemy arrived in tanks, but we are catching them like ordinary militants!”
He then corrected his earlier assumptions, revealing that Ukrainian soldiers, facing increasing pressure, have resorted to blending in with civilians and using commandeered local vehicles for mobility.
Counter-Terrorist Operation
The situation has prompted the Russian authorities to implement a Counter-Terrorist Operation (CTO) regime in the Kursk region. This regime is designed to centralize and coordinate efforts to capture these infiltrators.
A specialized task force, including members from Rosgvardiya (Russian National Guard), the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Ministry of Defense, the Federal Security Service (FSB), and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, has been assembled to address the issue.
Under the CTO regime, security services and law enforcement have been granted additional powers, including enhanced public order protection and the authority to conduct more thorough identity checks.
The regime aims to strengthen coordination and ensure a more effective response to the threats posed by these disguised soldiers.
