How Five Ukrainian Troops Led a Successful Trench Attack Against Dozens of Russian Soldiers

Christian Baghai
3 min readNov 26, 2023

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The war in Ukraine has been raging for more than a year, with no end in sight. Despite the overwhelming odds, the Ukrainian forces have shown remarkable courage and resilience in defending their homeland from the Russian invasion. One of the most remarkable examples of this was a recent trench attack carried out by five Ukrainian troops against dozens of Russian soldiers.

The attack took place on November 23, 2023, near the town of Bakhmut, which has been under Russian control for several months. The five Ukrainian troops belonged to the 71st Hunting Brigade, a special forces unit that specializes in reconnaissance and sabotage operations behind enemy lines. They were part of a larger counter-offensive launched by the Ukrainian army to break the Russian siege of the town.

The video of the attack, which was released by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, shows how the five troops raced into battle inside an MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle, which is designed to withstand roadside bombs and rocket-propelled grenades. The vehicle was equipped with a heavy machine gun and a grenade launcher, which the troops used to fire at the Russian positions.

As they approached the enemy trenches, the troops jumped out of the vehicle and continued the assault on foot, using their assault rifles and hand grenades. They managed to break through the Russian lines and get into their trenches, where they engaged in close-quarters combat with the Russian soldiers. The video shows how the Ukrainian troops moved swiftly and decisively, clearing the trenches one by one.

The attack was a success, as the five troops managed to kill or capture at least 20 Russian soldiers, according to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense. They also seized several weapons and ammunition from the enemy. The attack led to hundreds of meters of territory being retaken in just a few hours of fighting, by a handful of men.

The video of the attack has gone viral on social media, with many people praising the bravery and skill of the Ukrainian troops. Some have compared them to the legendary Spetsnaz, the elite Russian special forces. Others have called them the “Ukrainian Avengers”, a reference to the popular superhero movie franchise.

The attack has also boosted the morale of the Ukrainian army and the Ukrainian people, who have been suffering from the prolonged war and the humanitarian crisis it has caused. The attack has shown that the Ukrainian forces are not giving up, and that they are capable of striking back at the Russian invaders.

It was also a clear message to Vladimir Putin and his army. Ukrainian soldiers who took part in this attack showed that the Ukrainian forces are not afraid of him, and that they are ready to fight for their freedom and sovereignty.

However, let’s not forget the reality. The Ukrainian forces need more assistance and solidarity from their allies, especially in terms of weapons, equipment, and sanctions against Russia.

Let us also maintain hope for a peaceful resolution of this conflict, which has claimed more than 10,000 lives and displaced more than a million people. One thing is certain: there is only one acceptable way for negotiations to take place. The Ukrainian forces are willing to negotiate, but only from a position of strength and dignity, and this is indeed the only acceptable way to negotiate. The Ukrainian forces are not the aggressors, but the defenders of their land and their people.

The attack by the five Ukrainian troops has been one of the most remarkable feats of the war in Ukraine. It has shown the world the courage, the skill, and the spirit of the Ukrainian forces. It has shown the world that the war in Ukraine is not over, and that the Ukrainian forces are still fighting for their future.

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Christian Baghai
Christian Baghai

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