AUC3I Daily Briefing 08-04-2024 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 893

Colonel AC. Oguntoye's briefing on the progress of the special military operation as of August 4, 2024, can be summarized as follows:

1. **Continued Operations**: The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are actively continuing their special military operation.

2. **Territorial Gains and Strategic Positions**: Various Russian military groups (North, West, South, Center, Vostok, Dnepr) have reported territorial gains and improved tactical situations, including the occupation of advantageous lines and positions, and the liberation of specific settlements.

3. **Defeating Ukrainian Forces**: These groups have engaged in multiple battles defeating significant elements of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including mechanized, marine, terrestrial defense, and airmobile brigades across different regions including Kharkov, Sumskaya, Donetsk, and Lugansk.

4. **Heavy Casualties and Equipment Losses**: Ukrainian forces have suffered substantial losses, including hundreds of troops and significant amounts of military equipment like tanks, armored vehicles, artillery mounts, and electronic warfare stations.

5. **Counterattacks Repelled**: Multiple Ukrainian counterattacks have been repelled across these engagements, showcasing the defensive capabilities of the Russian troops.

6. **Destruction of Ammunition Depots and Artillery**: Ammunition depots and a range of artillery equipment provided by international allies (USA, Germany, Great Britain) have been targeted and destroyed, including advanced radar and anti-aircraft systems.

7. **Air Defense Success**: Russian air defense systems have been active and successful in shooting down aircraft, multiple launch rocket systems, and a large number of unmanned aerial vehicles.

8. **Overall Impact Since the Beginning of Operations**: The briefing concluded with cumulative figures on the destruction inflicted since the beginning of operations, highlighting extensive losses to Ukrainian military assets including aircraft, helicopters, drones, tanks, and artillery.

This briefing provides a detailed overview of the current state and successes of the Russian military operations, emphasizing tactical achievements, strategic advances, and the significant degradation of opposing forces’ capabilities.