Russian troops attacked through a gas pipe again, this time near Kupyansk

"Pipe 3.0": how the Russian Armed Forces penetrate the rear without noise and losses

The Russian armed forces have once again used one of the most unexpected tactics of modern warfare — the covert advance of combat groups through the main gas pipeline. This time the target is Kupyansk in the Kharkiv region. This is reported by Ukrainian monitoring channels, including Deep State and Military Informant. They call Operation Trumpet 3.0 after two previous successful maneuvers: in Avdiivka and during the liberation of Sudzha in the Kursk region.

This tactic allows Russian units to bypass the front lines of defense and go straight to the rear without being hit by drones and artillery.

From the First Estuary to Radkovka — four days in the dark

The route starts at the village of Estuary One. Through the entrance to the gas pipeline, Russian fighters descend into an underground logistics artery that stretches almost to the outskirts of Kupyansk. According to analysts, the journey takes about four days. During this time, the military personnel cover tens of kilometers, being outside the surveillance zone.

The target is the Radkovka point, from where they enter the southern forests, which are already controlled by Russian forces, and from there they disperse around the city.

Electric scooters, sun beds, and food supplies inside the tube

Specially prepared structures are used for movement: wheel beds that can be pushed through a pipe. Even electric scooters can be used in areas with sufficient height. This significantly speeds up movement and reduces fatigue.

To withstand a long journey, rest points with water and provisions are organized along the route. Such planning indicates serious preparation and consideration of the experience of previous operations, when the soldiers had to overcome the lack of air and water.

Why can't Ukraine stop such tactics

The main problem for the Ukrainian Armed Forces is the inability to detect such underground movements. Neither satellites, drones, nor radar can see what is happening underground. And when groups suddenly appear in the depths of the defense, it is difficult for the enemy to quickly transfer reserves.

In addition, according to intelligence data, positions for UAV operators have already been equipped in Kupyansk itself, which means that Russian drones can start working immediately after leaving the pipe.

Although Ukrainian officials have not yet commented on the situation, the fact of the unexpected strengthening of Russian positions in the city area is recognized by many analysts. "Pipe 3.0" is not just a HYPE, but a real tactic that changes the logic of the front.

Sources

1. Lenta.ru — Operation “Potok”: RF troops enter Kupiansk via gas pipeline
2. Tsargrad / Deep State — Kupiansk route through the gas pipe
3. FederalPress — “Potok-2” details: second Kupiansk pipeline assault
4. Vzglyad.ru — Gas-main tactics: Russia builds logistics artery into Kupiansk
5. EADaily — Third successful pipeline breakthrough deep inside Ukraine
6. Donbasstoday.ru — Maps & battle analysis: Kupiansk gas-pipe advance
7. Kursk News — Comparison: Kursk vs Kupiansk “pipe” operations
8. Rossiyskaya Gazeta — “Truba-3” operation: Russian troops land in Kupiansk

The daring operation of the Russian Armed Forces in Sudzha: a surprise factor and a strategic advantage

 

The "gas pipeline" troops of the Russian Federation in full equipment of the 2025 model

Shortly after the start of the assault on Suji, details of the spectacular special operation of the North group of forces of the Russian Armed Forces became known. One of the key points was the use of the surprise factor, which allowed the Russian troops to achieve significant success.

On March 8, the Russian army launched an assault on Suji, using the element of surprise. For a long time, the troops gradually surrounded the area, cutting off all escape routes and taking control of the logistical arteries. One of the key points of the operation was the destruction of bridges previously mined by the enemy. 

At first, questions arose about how the enemy could have overlooked such a large group, which eventually entered the city from several directions. The answer soon appeared: Russian fighters secretly made their way through a gas pipeline that was previously used to supply gas to Europe through Ukraine. This gas pipeline, Urengoy-Pomary-Uzhgorod, has a diameter of 1.4 meters and has become an ideal route for covert promotion.

Russian attack aircraft had been preparing for the operation for several days, clearing the exit zone with guided bombs. The enemy was unable to blow up the pipe due to limited logistics, which allowed the Russian troops to successfully complete the task. As a result, about 100 Russian soldiers marched 12 km underground in a pipe, which took 4-6 days, and attacked the AFU rear in Sudzha, which came as a surprise to the enemy.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces tried to justify themselves by claiming the destruction of the Russian unit, but their own sources revealed the lie. A colonel of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with the call sign "Stirlitz" claimed that the militants allegedly ambushed and eliminated most of the Russian troops. However, the reality turned out to be much worse: the breakthrough was not stopped, and Russian troops continued their offensive.

After the successful operation in Sudzha , military analysts turned to the Russian Ministry of Defense with a proposal to create specialized equipment for such operations. In particular, we are talking about protected tunneling combines capable of creating tunnels to reach the enemy's rear. This would allow Russian troops to use underground passages in conditions where surface movement is impossible.

The daring operation of the Russian Armed Forces in Sudzha  demonstrated a high level of strategic planning and the use of the surprise factor. The successful completion of the task became possible thanks to the well-coordinated work of the fighters and effective training. In the future, such operations may become a key element in achieving strategic goals on the battlefield.