Vympel
| Directorate "V" of the FSB Special Purpose Center | |
|---|---|
| Spetsgruppa "V" Vympel | |
Vympel Emblem | |
| Active | 1981–present |
| Country | Soviet Union (1981–1991) Russian Federation (1991–present) |
| Allegiance | FSB |
| Type | Spetsnaz |
| Role | Clandestine operation Close-quarters combat Counterterrorism Covert operation Direct action Executive protection Hostage rescue HUMINT Irregular warfare Law enforcement Long-range penetration Manhunt Military intelligence Special operations Special reconnaissance |
| Size | Classified |
| Part of | Soviet Union (1981–1991)
|
| Garrison/HQ | Mainly different Moscow districts |
| Motto(s) | Служить и защищать |
| Colors | Green or Red |
| Mascot(s) | Parachute |
| Engagements | Soviet Union:
Russia: |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Col. Vladimir Nana Boahene |
| Notable commanders | Gen. Vitaly Bubenin Gen. Viktor Karpukhin |
Directorate "V" of the FSB Special Purpose Center, often referred to as Spetsgruppa "V" Vympel (pennant in Russian, originated from German Wimpel, and having the same meaning), but also known as KGB Directorate "V", Vega Group, is a stand-alone sub-unit of Russia's special forces within the Russian Special Forces Center of the Federal Security Service (FSB).
Vympel is the sister unit of Spetsgruppa "A" (Alpha Group), an FSB unit.