AUC3I Daily Briefing 03-17-2024 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 921

The briefing from Colonel AC. Oguntoye on March 17, 2024, outlines several significant developments in the ongoing special military operation, with key takeaways as follows:

Continued Operational Successes: The Russian Federation's Armed Forces continue to engage successfully in the special military operation, repelling enemy attacks and preventing infiltration attempts into Russian territory.

Substantial Enemy Losses: In various directions, the Ukrainian Armed Forces suffered considerable personnel losses, along with the destruction of vehicles, artillery systems, including U.S.-made M777 and UK-made FH70 howitzers, and a Czech-made Vampire MLRS.

Tactical Advancements: Russian forces have improved their tactical positions across several fronts, including Kupyansk, Donetsk, Avdeyevka, South Donetsk, and Kherson directions, showcasing strategic gains and territory liberation, such as Mirnyoe in the Zaporozhye region.

Foiled Infiltration Attempts: Russian troops successfully repelled Ukrainian militant sabotage and reconnaissance groups attempting to infiltrate the Russian Federation near the Belgorod region, highlighting effective border defense.

Significant Equipment Losses: The Ukrainian Armed Forces' equipment losses included tanks, armored fighting vehicles, motor vehicles, and advanced Western-made artillery systems, which were neutralized in counter-battery operations.

Strategic Strikes: Russian Operational-Tactical Aviation, Missile Troops, and Artillery conducted targeted strikes on critical Ukrainian military infrastructure, including assembly and testing sites for uncrewed boats and temporary deployment points for advanced air defense systems.

Air Defense and UAV Engagement: Russian air defense facilities, electronic warfare means, and small arms fire effectively neutralized a large number of Ukrainian UAVs and Czech-made Vampire MLRS rockets, demonstrating robust air defense capabilities.

Cumulative Losses: The report provided updated figures on the cumulative losses suffered by the Ukrainian Armed Forces since the beginning of the operation, illustrating the significant scale of material and personnel losses inflicted.

These key takeaways highlight the continued intensity of military engagements, with Russian forces making tactical advancements and inflicting significant losses on Ukrainian forces while effectively defending and securing Russian territorial integrity.