A notable Russian Special Forces commander, Alexey Ivanov, affiliated with the “Peresvet” Spetsnaz detachment, was reported killed in Ukraine, highlighting Moscow’s continued personnel losses since the onset of its full-scale invasion. The Eastern European news outlet Nexta disclosed that Ivanov was targeted by the 30th mechanized brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, utilizing aerial reconnaissance. Further reports indicate he was killed by a grenade dropped from a drone. The precise date and location of Ivanov’s death remain unspecified, though tributes on Russian social media suggest his death occurred while performing a combat mission.
The loss of Ivanov is emblematic of the broader trend of high personnel casualties suffered by Russian forces in the conflict. Public tributes describe Ivanov as a dedicated and experienced officer. Prior to volunteering for combat in Ukraine in 2022, Ivanov had a distinguished military career in Russia, reaching the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and receiving the Order of Courage.
Spetsnaz Captain Иванов Алексей (Ivanov Alexey), callsign “Fagot”, commander of the 1st company, 33rd Special Forces sabotage and reconnaissance detachment “Peresvet”, was eliminated in Ukraine by a grenade dropped from a drone.https://t.co/6T9ls3IAYB pic.twitter.com/YsoYPWPHuc
— KIU ✪ Russian Officers killed in Ukraine 🇨🇿🇺🇦 (@KilledInUkraine) March 7, 2024
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