AUC3I Daily Briefing 02-23-2024 On the WAR in Ukraine

Understanding The War In Europe _ Analyzing the situation on the ground with by way of an introduction, 3 points, and a conclusion #modernwarfare

COMBAT BRIEFING NUMBER 899

The briefing by Colonel AC. Oguntoye on the progress of the special military operation for the week of February 17 to February 23, 2024, provides a detailed overview of military activities and achievements from the perspective of the Russian Armed Forces. Key takeaways include:

Extensive Strike Operations: The briefing highlights the execution of 37 group strikes using precision weapons, including long-range airborne weapons and drones, targeting Ukrainian military-industrial complex facilities, military airfields, arsenals, fuel depots, and the locations of Ukrainian armed forces, nationalist formations, and foreign mercenaries.

Significant Advances and Repelled Attacks: Russian forces reported active improvement of their positions along the front line, particularly in the Kupyansk, Donetsk, Avdeevsk, South Donetsk, and Kherson directions. Notably, numerous enemy counterattacks were repelled across these fronts, indicating ongoing and intense ground engagements.

Substantial Ukrainian Losses: The briefing details significant losses inflicted on the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including the destruction of tanks, armored combat vehicles, vehicles, field artillery pieces, and the killing or wounding of thousands of military personnel. This underscores the scale of the conflict and the intensity of the engagements described.

Strategic Gains and Liberation of Territories: Key victories mentioned include the liberation of the settlement of Pobeda and the city of Avdeevka, as well as the taking of more advantageous lines and positions in various directions. These successes are portrayed as crucial strategic gains in the operation.

Destruction of Advanced Western Military Equipment: The Russian military claims to have hit advanced Western-supplied military assets, including a Patriot anti-aircraft missile system, Storm Shadow cruise missiles, JDAM guided bombs, and HIMARS rocket launchers, highlighting the involvement of high-tech weaponry in the conflict.

Air Defense and UAV Interceptions: A significant number of Ukrainian UAVs were shot down, along with manned aircraft and various missiles. This points to an active and apparently effective Russian air defense effort during the period.

Cumulative Losses Since the Operation Began: The updated totals of Ukrainian military assets destroyed since the beginning of the operation are provided, giving a sense of the conflict's scale and the Russian military's assessment of its impact on Ukrainian forces.

The briefing reflects the Russian military's perspective on the ongoing conflict, emphasizing their operational successes, strategic advancements, and the significant impact of their military activities against Ukrainian forces.