Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved new combat operations by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) following a report by Acting SBU Head Yevhen Khmara. According to the head of state, Ukraine will continue to strike the enemy to weaken its capabilities. Zelenskyy also praised the Ukrainian military and stated that, despite the freezing temperatures and challenging conditions, the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to hold their positions and inflict significant losses on Russia. This was stated in an evening address by the head of state, according to UA.NEWS. The portal PromPolitInform reports.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he had approved new combat operations by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). He made this statement in his evening address following a report by Acting SBU Head Yevhen Khmara.
According to the president, the results of the special service’s work are already tangible, and Ukraine will continue to act to weaken the enemy. “These are good results, I have approved the new work of the Service – new combat operations.” “We will continue to weaken the enemy,” Zelenskyy said. The head of state did not disclose details of the operations for security reasons. However, his statement indicates that Ukraine continues to be active not only at the front but also deep behind enemy lines.
The Security Service of Ukraine plays a key role in such operations. It not only conducts counterintelligence and domestic defense, but also conducts special operations against Russian military installations.
Strikes on Important Russian Military Installations
The president specifically mentioned operations that allow for the destruction of even strategically important enemy installations. He thanked the Ukrainian military and special services for their ability to strike targets Russia considered unreachable. “Our flamingos have performed well. There are tangible results,” the president noted.
This phrase presumably refers to Ukrainian drones or special weapons used to strike Russian military installations. Ukraine has recently significantly expanded its capabilities for such operations. Ukrainian forces are increasingly able to strike targets far behind the front lines. This is important because it allows us to:
destroy weapons depots,
strike military infrastructure,
disrupt enemy logistics,
reduce Russia’s ability to launch new attacks.
Such operations force Russia to spend more resources on defense and complicate its military plans.
A harsh winter and challenging conditions at the front
The president also spoke about the situation directly at the front. According to him, Ukrainian troops continue to carry out their missions even in extremely difficult weather conditions. January was particularly difficult due to severe frost, cold, and difficult conditions. However, despite this, Ukrainian forces were able to hold their positions and inflict significant losses on the enemy.
“The units on the front lines also achieved tangible results: despite unfavorable weather, extreme cold, and many other difficulties, we managed to maintain our losses to the occupier in January,” Zelenskyy said. The winter war is difficult for both sides. The cold affects equipment and complicates the movement and work of troops. But Ukrainian forces continue to carry out their tasks. Russia’s Heavy Losses
The President also cited data on Russian troop losses. According to him, losses remain significant. “In December, the figure was 35,000 killed and seriously wounded occupiers. In January, it was 30,000. We are holding Ukrainian positions,” Zelenskyy stated. These figures demonstrate that the fighting remains intense.
The enemy’s losses not only mean a reduction in its numbers but also a reduction in its offensive capabilities. Every destroyed vehicle, every disabled piece of equipment, and every disrupted plan impact the overall situation on the front.
The Role of the SBU in the War with Russia
The Security Service of Ukraine plays a significant role in modern warfare. Its work includes:
combatting Russian agents,
protecting state secrets,
conducting special operations,
strikes on enemy military installations,
combatting sabotage.
Since the beginning of the full-scale war, the SBU has significantly expanded its capabilities. Ukrainian intelligence agencies have become one of the key instruments in the fight against Russia. Their operations allow them to influence the situation even far from the front line.
Ukraine continues to put pressure on the enemy.
Zelenskyy’s statement demonstrates that Ukraine is not stopping and continues to actively fight. New operations mean that Ukrainian forces will continue to operate against Russian military installations. This is part of a general strategy aimed at weakening the enemy’s military capabilities. Ukraine continues to use all available means, from frontline defense to special operations behind enemy lines. The President emphasized that Ukrainian troops are holding their positions and continuing to carry out their tasks.
