- Vadim Alexandrovich, what stages can we divide the counter-terrorism operation conducted by our troops since last summer? - As such, they were not singled out by us. We were tasked with the complete destruction of the gangs, so we conditionally divide the operation into two phases. The first is the use of main forces. In particular, operations were carried out using aviation, artillery, and missile forces. Large-scale actions were carried out by groups of forces and resources. This is now behind us, and the entire territory is basically liberated and controlled by federal forces. Currently, other special operations are taking center stage. These include targeted зачисток населенных пунктов, identification of militants, destruction of the remnants of gangs in the mountains, and search for bases and ammunition depots, of which, as practice shows, there are still many. Recently, one of these bases was discovered in the mountains as a result of search and reconnaissance operations. I would say that it was one of the largest bases where weapons and ammunition were stored. This indicates that the militants were actively preparing for their actions. To the south of Bachi-Yurt, for example, there was a whole network of such bases belonging to the formations of Maskhadov and Khattab. In particular, buried in the ground 20-ton fuel tanks and mini-power plants were found there. This complex of bases was actively used by the militants. Moreover, everything was prepared long before yesterday. In short, they were preparing in advance. This situation is present in almost all of Chechnya. As a result, the troops are not conducting large-scale operations with significant forces, but rather special, targeted operations. - What is the current phase of the operation characterized by, and what are the tactics for countering guerrilla groups, so to speak? - In principle, this tactic is well-known. Of course, our troops are less prepared for such actions. Our units and formations are tr ... Читать далее