In brief
Embedded with the 126th Territorial Defense Brigade, reporters captured the intensity of nighttime operations aimed at securing key positions along the Dnipro River.
In late hours, a group of Ukrainian soldiers gathered around a map laid out on wooden pallets in a makeshift operational center. They were preparing for a vital mission across the Dnipro River—a task that epitomized the escalating challenges of the ongoing conflict. Vyshyty, the deputy company commander, provided strategic instructions for the perilous op, emphasizing the importance of holding positions and ensuring the safe evacuation of wounded comrades.The 126th Brigade, recognized for its elite capabilities, has been trained by UK special operations forces among others. For nearly two years, they have executed amphibious strategies alongside marine infantry units and special intelligence forces against Russian troops in the southern Kherson area.Over the spring months, the brigade's commanders and soldiers offered a rare glimpse into their operations, allowing a team of journalists to shadow them during this critical phase of the war. They shared accounts of previously unreported missions, though details remained limited due to security protocols.Captured through night-vision technology, images depict the members of the brigade swiftly launching their boats into the Dnipro and taking cover on its banks during tense operations. Each snapshot underscores the resolve and bravery exhibited by the forces dedicated to reclaiming and defending their territory even in the face of adversity.
