Ukrainian special forces have successfully targeted and destroyed Iskander operational-tactical missile system launchers that were prepared to launch missiles at Ukraine. The strike occurred on the night of March 13-14, executed by the Deep Strike units from the Special Operations Forces. One missile launcher was destroyed near the village of Vyshneve in occupied Crimea, where the unit had attempted to camouflage itself in a forest near the launch area. The drone strike was precise, resulting in not only the destruction of the launcher but also triggering a secondary detonation of its onboard ammunition.

Furthermore, the operation was bolstered by intelligence gathered from local resistance members, who provided crucial information leading the Special Operations Forces to another significant target. A storage facility for Iskander launchers in the settlement of Kurortne was also identified and destroyed. This operation highlights the growing capabilities of Ukraine's armed forces, especially in reconnaissance and drone warfare, as they adapt to the ongoing conflict with Russia amid the occupation of certain territories.

The successful operations against the Iskander missile systems signal a critical step in Ukraine's broader strategy to diminish the military capabilities of Russian forces stationed in occupied territories. As Kyiv continues to leverage advanced drone technology and local intelligence resources, the implications of such successful strikes resonate within the ongoing conflict, potentially affecting operational planning by Russian forces and improving overall security for Ukraine's territory.