---
title: "AFU's Advance in the South Forces Russian Command to Redeploy Elite Forces"
description: "The AFU liberated three settlements near Oleksandrivka, forcing the Russian command to redeploy elite naval infantry and tank reserves to the southern sector."
date: 2026-10-26T06:50:36.173Z
lang: en
url: https://xab.info/en/posts/afu-advance-in-south-forces-russian-redeployment
tags: [ukraine-war, isw, military-front, oleksandrivka, counteroffensive]
author: "Alexander Buran"
publisher: "XAB.info"
---

# AFU's Advance in the South Forces Russian Command to Redeploy Elite Forces

![AFU serviceman in protective gear against the background of an explosion and smoke at the front](https://xab.info/media/2026/10/26/prodvizhenie-vsu-na-yuge-i-perebroska-sil-rf/prodvizhenie-vsu-na-yuge-i-perebroska-sil-rf-1.webp)

## Key Points

- The AFU liberated Peredbudova, Komar, and Fedorivka near Oleksandrivka.
- The Russian command redeployed naval infantry and the 90th Tank Division to this sector.
- The Ukrainian advance threatens the logistics and rear of Russian forces near Huliaipole.
- AFU counterattacks in the Oleksandrivka direction have continued since February 2026.

Ukrainian forces have liberated three settlements near Oleksandrivka and continue to pressure Russian positions in the southern sector. According to a report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), successful tactical actions by the Armed Forces of Ukraine have forced the Russian command to redistribute reserves and redeploy combat-capable units to this frontline sector.

### Liberation of Territories in the Oleksandrivka Direction

According to Ukrainian military observer Kostyantyn Mashovets, on October 25, AFU units liberated the settlements of Peredbudova, Komar, and Fedorivka, located east and south of Oleksandrivka. Furthermore, Ukrainian troops advanced from Vesely towards Skudne and pushed Russian forces out of the salient northwest of the Fedorivka — Burlatske line.

Despite Ukrainian successes, fierce fighting continues in this sector as Russian units still hold positions on the northeastern outskirts of Peredbudova. Counterattacks by the Defense Forces in the Oleksandrivka direction have been underway since early February 2026 as part of a broader opposition to Russian offensive operations.

### Redeployment of Russian Reserves and Naval Infantry

The successful actions of the Ukrainian army forced the Russian command to alter the positioning of some of its forces and abandon support for offensive operations in other sectors. Specifically, units of the 120th Naval Infantry Division of the Baltic Fleet and the 40th Separate Naval Infantry Brigade of the Pacific Fleet were redeployed to the Oleksandrivka direction.

Previously, these formations operated in the Dobropillia direction, but in March 2026, they were relocated to the Oleksandrivka area. In addition, the Russian command transferred units of the 90th Tank Division here, which were initially intended to support the offensive towards Druzhkivka.

### Impact on Russian Plans Near Huliaipole and Orikhiv

The AFU advance could pose a serious threat to the rear of Russian forces attempting to advance west of Huliaipole. This direction is critical for Russia's plans to envelop Orikhiv from two sides, and settlements like Velyka Novosilka are located near an important road junction that secures enemy logistics.

ISW assesses Ukrainian achievements as slow but tactically important. Further development of the situation will depend on the AFU's ability to build on its success and the extent of further force redistribution by the Russian command across various frontline sectors.

## Fact-Check & Sources

- [Тактические успехи ВСУ на одном из направлений на юге заставляют РФ перекидывать силы, - ISW](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/taktichni-uspihi-zsu-odnomu-napryamkiv-pivdni-1792997190.html) - The article is fully based on the ISW report and information from Ukrainian observer Kostyantyn Mashovets, published by RBC-Ukraine.

## FAQ

### Which settlements did the AFU liberate in the south?

Ukrainian forces liberated Peredbudova, Komar, and Fedorivka east and south of Oleksandrivka.

### Which Russian units were redeployed to the Oleksandrivka direction?

The Russian command transferred units of the 120th Naval Infantry Division, the 40th Brigade, and the 90th Tank Division.

### How do these successes affect the general situation?

The AFU advance threatens the rear of Russian forces attacking west of Huliaipole and disrupts plans to envelop Orikhiv.