Ukraine Captures Russian Troops After 13-km Gas Pipeline Infiltration Attempt in Zaporizhzhia

On August 26, 2026, Ukrainian forces captured Russian troops who attempted a 13-kilometer infiltration through a gas pipeline in Zaporizhzhia. The operation required reconnaissance, sustainment planning, and coordination with exploitation units. Its failure suggests a detection gap in Russian operational security or a Ukrainian intelligence advantage on the southern front — or both.