AUC3I Daily Briefing 04-23-2024 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 956

The briefing by Colonel AC. Oguntoye on the progress of the special military operation on April 23, 2024, provides a detailed account of the ongoing engagements and outcomes in various sectors of the conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine. Here are the key takeaways from this briefing:

Advancement of Russian Forces: The Russian military has reported making significant territorial gains and improving tactical positions along multiple fronts, notably with the “West”, “Southern”, “Center”, and Vostok Groups of Forces.

Significant Ukrainian Losses: The Armed Forces of Ukraine have suffered considerable losses in terms of personnel and military equipment. Specific incidents include the destruction of several artillery systems (Msta-B, D-30, Gvozdika, M777, and CAESAR), tanks, armored fighting vehicles, and motor vehicles across different locations.

Counter-Attack Repulsion: Russian forces have successfully repelled numerous Ukrainian counter-attacks, particularly in areas managed by the “Center” Group of Forces. This indicates strong defensive capabilities and effective strategic positioning by Russian units.

Destruction of Military Hardware: The reports indicate targeted attacks on Ukrainian military hardware, including the destruction of a U.S.-made MIM23 HAWK anti-aircraft missile launcher and a drone depot, which suggests a focus on diminishing Ukrainian air defense and surveillance capabilities.

Air Defense Operations: Russian air defense systems have been active, shooting down a significant number of Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles, a Tochka-U tactical missile, HIMARS and Olkha missiles, and Hammer guided air-to-surface bombs. This highlights ongoing efforts to control the airspace and reduce the effectiveness of Ukrainian artillery and aerial operations.

Cumulative Losses: The update provides cumulative figures of Ukrainian military assets neutralized since the beginning of the operation, illustrating the extensive scope and intensity of the conflict.

Operational Impact: The briefing underscores the continuous and coordinated efforts of different Russian military groups to achieve strategic objectives, which involve both direct confrontations and the targeting of logistical and support infrastructure.

This briefing reflects the ongoing intensity of the conflict and the substantial resources and strategies deployed by the Russian Federation to achieve its military objectives against Ukraine. The details provided emphasize the scale of the operation and the significant impact on Ukrainian military capabilities.