Spetsgruppa "A", also known as Alpha Group (a popular English name), or Alfa, whose official name is Directorate "A" of the FSB Special Purpose Center (TsSN FSB) (Russian: Спецназ ФСБ "Альфа"), is a stand-alone sub-unit of Russia's special forces within the Russian Special Forces Center of the Federal Security Service (FSB).

Special Group "Alpha" is the only tier one spetsnaz unit of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU); and a successor of the Soviet Union 's Alpha Group. [3] Group Alpha is one of the top divisions of the Special forces of Ukraine.

During Operation Storm-333, as the assault became known, 20 Soviet Spetsnaz fighters and paratroopers were killed. The Afghan side lost up to 400 men, including the main target - Hafizullah...

2015年6月2日 · Alpha Group (Alfa), also known as Spetsgruppa “A” and Directorate “A,” is a special unit within FSB Special Purpose Center (TsSN FSB). The FSB is a successor of the Soviet’s KGB. The Alpha unit was founded in 1974. Like many other countries, Alpha was formed in response to the Black September attacks at the Munich Olympics in 1972.

2025年1月22日 · FSB Alpha Group is a well-funded, highly selective and well-trained unit. This makes it one of the Russian state’s most elite forces utilised for missions of utmost importance …

Alpha Group (a popular English name), also known as Spetsgruppa "A" or Alfa and officially named Directorate "A" of the FSB Special Purpose Center (TsSN FSB), is an elite, stand-alone sub-unit of Russia's special forces.

2023年9月23日 · With origins in the Soviet Union’s KGB, the unit plays a vital role in operations crucial to the Russian state. It is known for its unique mottos, emblems, and patches, which include a range of symbols to indicate its combat readiness and allegiance to Russia. Key Points:

2020年10月26日 · Russia’s Alpha Group is roughly on par with the US’s Delta Force. Both groups are made up of disciplined, highly-trained, experienced operators, who have proven themselves in combat. Both groups have extensive combat experience from …

Spetsgruppa "A", also known as Alpha Group (a popular English name), or Alfa, whose official name is Directorate "A" of the FSB Special Purpose Center (TsSN FSB) (Russian: Спецназ ФСБ "Альфа"), is a stand-alone sub-unit of Russia's special forces within the Russian Special Forces Center of the Federal Security Service (FSB).

Special Group "Alpha" is a branch of the Security Service of Ukraine; and a successor of the Soviet Union 's Alpha Group. [1] On 28 July 1974, Alpha Group was created on the orders of the KGB Chairman, Yuri Andropov, in the aftermath of the 1972 Munich massacre.