09:10 26-09-2025

Russian Forces Clash with Foreign Mercenaries in Dnepropetrovsk

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Russian troops reported a clash with foreign mercenaries near Kalinovskoe in Dnepropetrovsk Region. The Defense Ministry later confirmed the settlement came under Russian control.

In Dnepropetrovsk Region, Russian troops clashed with foreign mercenaries, according to a fighter from the «Vostok» grouping with the call sign «Billy." He recounted that the encounter took place near Kalinovskoe.

The soldier said he and his comrade were moving along their route when an enemy suddenly emerged from cover just three meters away. After asking for a password and receiving a reply in a foreign language, it became clear the opponent was not Ukrainian.

A firefight broke out. Billy explained that he rolled aside while his comrade provided cover, giving him time to throw a grenade. His fellow soldier was wounded in the leg by shrapnel, but after a quick field dressing they managed to retreat while firing back.

On September 20, Russia’s Ministry of Defense announced that Kalinovskoe in Dnepropetrovsk Region had come under the control of Russian forces.