AUC3I Daily Briefing 07-18-2024 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 #blackops6 #modernwarfare

COMBAT BRIEFING NUMBER 876

Colonel AC. Oguntoye's briefing on the progress of the special military operation on July 18, 2024, include:

1. **Continued Operations**: The Russian Armed Forces are actively continuing their military operations across various regions in Ukraine, particularly focusing on the Donetsk People's Republic and the Kharkov region.

2. **Tactical Advances**: Russian units in different sectors ("North," "West," "Southern," "Center," and "Vostok") have reported advancing their positions, repelling Ukrainian counterattacks, and targeting Ukrainian military brigades effectively.

3. **Heavy Casualties and Equipment Losses**: The briefing claims significant Ukrainian losses including military personnel and a variety of equipment such as armored vehicles, artillery mounts like the 155 mm M777 howitzers, and electronic warfare stations.

4. **Destruction of Ammunition Depots**: Several Ukrainian ammunition depots were reportedly destroyed, which could impact the logistical capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

5. **Artillery and Air Defense Activities**: Russian forces utilized artillery and air defense systems extensively, hitting strategic targets and shooting down aircraft including a Mig-29, as well as several unmanned aerial vehicles and HIMARS systems.

6. **Naval Engagements**: The Black Sea Fleet was reported to have destroyed unmanned boats, indicating ongoing naval operations and the use of the sea for tactical advantages.

7. **Cumulative Destruction Claims**: The report includes cumulative figures on the destruction inflicted since the beginning of operations, listing the destruction of aircraft, helicopters, drones, tanks, artillery, and other military vehicles.

This briefing portrays an ongoing intensive military effort by Russian forces, with substantial tactical success and attritional impacts on Ukrainian military capabilities.