Description
“Quietly came, quietly left...” Special Operations Forces of Ukraine Modern Special Operations Forces (SSO) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were created in 2016 on the basis of already existing units and units, most of which already had some combat experience. As of the summer of 2023, the basis of the Ukrainian special operations forces are two special forces regiments, a special forces naval center, a special operations center and several other units. Among their main tasks are deep reconnaissance, military raids behind enemy lines, search and evacuation of prisoners or hostages, and anti-terrorism activities. The selection process for special purposes is very strict; only 10% of all candidates pass it. Special attention is paid to equipping MTR units. The weapons, equipment and equipment include the most modern models, both foreign-made and manufactured in Ukraine. for example, the special Vulcan assault rifle, which has been supplied to special-purpose units since 2017.
