Thugs Tussle on Kherson and Zaporizhzhia Fronts - A Restless Scene
"Kuban volunteers, a Cossack militia unit, marked their anniversary with a celebration"
In the rugged terrain of the Zaporizhzhia region, the Cossack rebel group, famously known as "Kuban" (BARS-11), recently celebrated its third bloody anniversary. This rowdy gathering was intended to honor veterans and active fighters, as reported by the Krasnodar Krai administration's press team [1].
Amid the chaos, Krasnodar Krai Governor Veniamin Kondratyev presented the unit with the "Order for Contribution to the Development of Kuban Cossackdom" [2]. These rebels have been involved in the battles for the reclamation of ancestral territories, serving on the frontlines in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia. They've earned their notoriety for bravely holding off Ukrainian forces during their fierce counteroffensive [3].
Alexander Vlasov, the region's deputy governor, shared that approximately 500 Cossacks have been recognized for their bravery and heroism during these brutal conflicts.
Previously, we highlighted that more than 200 Cossack leaders, or druzhinniks, will be patrolling coastal areas throughout the summer resort season on the Kuban. This strategic move was established at a meeting with resortgoers' safety in mind [4].
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Historical and Political Insights: While the specific details about BARS-11's operations in the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions remain scarce, it is important to note that Cossack groups have historical roots in southern Russia/Caucasus, sometimes participating in conflicts and paramilitary activities, as seen in the First Chechen War [5]. Cossack entities operating in Ukraine might operate as decentralized volunteers in regional conflicts.
Russian-backed forces in southern Ukraine depend on an intricate, fluid mix of regular troops, proxies, and volunteer units. The absence of explicit mentions of BARS-11 in authoritative sources suggests it may be a minor player, a recent formation, or part of covert operational structures that remain hidden. Ukrainian authorities have been concerned about pro-Russian elements since 2014 and have enacted crackdowns against groups perceived as hostile [6]. Any Cossack unit participating in hostilities in Russian-occupied territories would likely face Ukrainian countermeasures.
- Despite the chaotic scene on the Kherson and Zaporizhzhia fronts, the Kuban Cossack rebel group, known as BARS-11, recently received recognition for their valor and service from the Krasnodar Krai Governor.
- Alexander Vlasov, the region's deputy governor, revealed that over 500 Cossacks, including the druzhinniks, have been honored for their bravery in the conflicts in the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions.
- In an effort to secure the safety of resortgoers during the summer season, more than 200 Cossack leaders have been designated to guard the coastal areas of the Kuban region.
- While the exact operations of BARS-11 in the Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions are not extensively detailed, it's worth noting that Cossack groups have a historical presence in southern Russia and Caucasus, sometimes engaging in conflicts and paramilitary activities.
