Ranger Corps (Ukraine)

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Ranger Corps
Корпус рейнджерів
Active4 June 2024 - present
Country Ukraine
Branch Armed Forces of Ukraine
RoleSpecial operations
Part of Special Operations Forces
Garrison/HQKyiv, Kyiv Oblast
EngagementsRussian Invasion of Ukraine
Websitehttps://rgr.army/
Commanders
Current
commander
Unknown

The Ranger Corps also known as the Ranger Corps of Special Operations Forces is a Ukrainian special forces unit that was formed in June 2024.[1]

History[edit]

The Ukrainian Ranger Corps was formed on 4 June 2024. The main task of the corps is to carry out special operations in an enemy's force's rear with the tasks of conducting reconnaissance, sabotage and disruption.[2] Units of the corps are reported to be trained to NATO standards.[3] As of 5 June 2024, only the 6th Special Purpose Regiment has a Military Unit Number.[4]

Structure[edit]

Ranger Corps Command

  • 4th Special Purpose Regiment
  • 5th Special Purpose Regiment
  • 6th Special Purpose Regiment (Unit number: A5018)
  • 7th Special Purpose Regiment

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Ranger Corps Command". MilitaryLand.net. June 4, 2024.
  2. ^ "Елітний спецпідрозділ "Rangers" оголошує набір сміливих воїнів: як долучитися". 24 Канал. April 18, 2024.
  3. ^ "Special Forces form Ranger Regiment". MilitaryLand.net. March 31, 2024.
  4. ^ "6th Special Purpose Regiment". MilitaryLand.net. March 31, 2024.