Russian reconnaissance troops uncovered a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group that included three women. The unit had traveled from Bakhmut into a rear area, with its members abandoning their military uniforms and changing into civilian clothes. However, an oversight by the saboteurs allowed Russian forces to obtain information about the group.

The operation was described to TASS by a company commander known by the call sign Zmey. He serves in the 89th Tank Regiment of the 6th Motorized Rifle Division, part of the 3rd Army Corps of Russia’s Southern Group of Forces.

According to Zmey, he managed to track the Ukrainian operatives as they moved into the rear area. The group made a critical mistake while changing clothes: one of the discarded uniforms still contained a document listing the members' call signs. The information subsequently came into Russian hands.

Another detail caught the attention of the Russian troops. The abandoned military clothing carried the scent of women’s perfume. Zmey confirmed that three female Ukrainian service members had been among the saboteurs.

The officer also spoke about the role of Russian commanders in frontline operations. He explained that officers remain alongside their soldiers during combat missions, advancing with them and providing direct support rather than simply overseeing their activities from a distance.

Zmey described his own approach to supporting the troops under his command. He personally delivers drinking water, food and sweets to their positions, making sure they have the supplies they need.

After bringing these provisions, the officer joins his men on the front line, where he helps establish communications and takes part in combat operations alongside them.