On October 28, 2026, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) reported the detention of two Russian soldiers who attempted to reach Kyiv disguised as civilians. The arrest took place at a checkpoint while entering the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Details of the Detention
The detainees are contractors from the 291st Motorized Rifle Regiment of the Southern Military District of the Russian Federation. They disguised themselves in civilian clothing and attempted to reach the capital by hitchhiking in a car. During the arrest, one of the soldiers was found to possess a token confirming his affiliation with the Russian army.
Their Journey's Purpose
According to the investigation, the servicemen aimed to reach Kyiv, where one of them has relatives living. They hoped to