Zaporizhzhia and Kherson occupied territories·Zaporizhzhia
18 Jun 2026, 11:58 UTC1 sourceActor: Russian forces (Varyag Brigade)
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Russian forces have deployed the "Varyag" Brigade, described as one of their most capable unmanned systems brigades, alongside special operations units in occupied areas of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. The deployment is aimed at halting the advance of Ukraine's Defense Forces.
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“Russians deploy Varyag brigade in south, equipped with its best drones – Voloshyn
Russian forces are using one of their most capable unmanned systems brigades, the "Varyag" Brigade, along with special operations units in the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia an…”