Vostok Brigade
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The Vostok Brigade (Russian: Бригада «Восток») or 114th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade (Russian: 114-я отдельная гвардейская мотострелковая бригада, 114 омсбр; Military Unit Number 08818) is a military unit of Russian Ground Forces. Until January 1, 2023, it was part of the self-proclaimed "Donetsk People's Republic" (DPR). It is attached to the 1st Donetsk Army Corps. The brigade was created and is commanded by Alexander Khodakovsky. According to an interview with The Washington Post, DPR president Denis Pushilin, the battalion was formed by local separatists and has nothing to do with the Chechen unit of the same name.[1]
Quick Facts 114th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade, Active ...
114th Separate Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade | |
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114-я отдельная гвардейская мотострелковая бригада | |
Active | May 2014–present |
Country | Donetsk People's Republic Russia (2022–present) |
Branch | DPR People's Militia (2014–2022) Russian Armed Forces (2022–present) |
Size | Brigade |
Part of | 1st Donetsk Army Corps |
Nickname(s) | East Brigade |
Engagements | War in Donbas |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Alexander Khodakovsky |
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