Spetsnaz

Spetsnaz is the name for Russia’s elite special forces units.

The Spetsnaz were created during World War I to counter Western special forces.

Spetsnaz forces are known for their brutal training, which includes hand-to-hand combat, live-fire exercises, and psychological endurance tests.

Spetsnaz played a major role in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.

Spetsnaz soldiers are required to carry only Russian-made weapons.