Analysis on the Actions of Ukrainian Special Operations Forces in the Russian-Ukrainian Conflict (February 2022 – February 2024)

This article scrutinizes the actions of the Special Operations Forces in Ukraine to derive conclusions after nearly two years of warfare, shedding light on potential shifts in tactics for both the Russian and Ukrainian armed forces in the near future. It underscores the strategies employed by Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces, emphasizing engagements behind enemy lines to dismantle command structures, neutralize VIPs within the Russian military, sabotage logistics hubs, and disrupt supply chains. Additionally, it examines the organization and resistance efforts within territories temporarily occupied by the Russian Federation’s Army, showcasing the pivotal role played by Ukrainian special forces in impeding Russia’s utilization of strategic assets and hampering its military endeavours.