In a night operation that sounds like a scene from a war movie, pro-Ukrainian guerrillas destroyed a vehicle used by the Chechen Ahmat unit in occupied Mariupol on July 13. This sabotage is not just a blow to Russian forces but a direct message to the brutal Kadyrovtsy, troops notorious for their ruthlessness and loyalty to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.
The guerrilla group Atesh, which regularly carries out sabotage in territories under Russian control, announced that the saboteurs successfully executed the operation and escaped unharmed. Their target was not only the vehicle but also key logistical infrastructure — on July 10, they destroyed a relay station in Uvarovo, on a crucial railway line to the Kerch Bridge, causing delays in the delivery of ammunition and fuel to Russian forces.
Mariupol, a city besieged from February to May, suffered massive losses — estimates suggest at least 25,000 people died during the siege, and the city was almost completely destroyed. Despite this, pro-Ukrainian guerrillas continue to wreak havoc among the occupiers, showing that resistance does not cease even under the harshest conditions.
This night sabotage is not just a military strike but a psychological slap to Russian forces and their allies. The Kadyrovtsy, known for their brutality, received a clear message — they are not invulnerable, and their dominance is not guaranteed. Atesh confirmed it will continue similar actions, targeting key points of Russian logistics and supply.
In a world where war is fought not only on the front lines but also in the shadows, these guerrilla actions demonstrate the importance of maintaining pressure and not allowing the occupier to relax. While Russia struggles to maintain control over territories, pro-Ukrainian guerrillas prove the war is far from over.
If you think this is just another war story, think again. This is a war of small but deadly strikes, where every lost truck or relay station can change the course of the conflict. Atesh and similar movements prove that resistance can be lethal and unpredictable. Who knows what’s next? Maybe right in your backyard?
And now, if you have your own take on these guerrilla actions or think this is just the beginning of something bigger, drop a comment below. Let the voices of those following the war firsthand, or at least from the comfort of their homes, be heard. And remember — in war, as in life, nothing is black and white, but the action is always painted with explosions and adrenaline!
