AUC3I Daily Briefing 05-17-2024 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 979

Colonel AC. Oguntoye's Briefing:
Summary of Military Operations (May 11-17, 2024)
Strategic Strikes and Advances:

The Russian Armed Forces conducted 28 group strikes using high-precision weapons and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) targeting strategic locations including command posts, military airfields, and air defense systems of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The strikes also targeted areas housing nationalist groups and foreign mercenaries.
Regional Conflicts and Results:

North Group of Forces: Liberated 12 settlements in the Kharkov region, repelled 21 Ukrainian counter-attacks, and inflicted significant losses on the Ukrainian forces.
West Group of Forces: Maintained advantageous positions, repelled 37 counter-attacks, and caused substantial Ukrainian troop and equipment losses.
Southern Group of Forces: Advanced further into Ukrainian defenses, targeting six assault, ten mechanized, and seven territorial defense brigades, leading to extensive Ukrainian casualties and the destruction of critical military equipment.
Center Group of Forces: Liberated the settlement of Keramik, successfully repelled 59 counter-attacks, and significantly impacted Ukrainian forces in the Donetsk People's Republic.
Vostok Group of Forces: Improved tactical situations and defeated the units of three brigades, effectively managing counter-attacks and neutralizing Ukrainian forces.
Dnepr Group of Forces: Liberated Rabotino and inflicted heavy casualties on Ukrainian forces, highlighting significant operational successes.
Casualties and Equipment Losses:

Ukrainian forces suffered extensive casualties across multiple regions with thousands of troops killed, and significant losses in tanks, armored vehicles, and other military hardware, emphasizing the scale and intensity of the conflict.
Air and Missile Defense:

Russian air defenses were effective in intercepting and destroying a wide range of aerial threats including aircraft, missiles, and UAVs. This included the shooting down of Ukrainian aircraft and the neutralization of advanced Western-supplied weapon systems.
Naval Operations:

The Black Sea Fleet played a crucial role in maritime security, destroying Ukrainian uncrewed surface vehicles and contributing to overall maritime control.
Overall Military Equipment and Personnel Losses Since the Start of Operations:

The briefing detailed the comprehensive tally of Ukrainian military assets neutralized since the beginning of the operation, which includes hundreds of airplanes and helicopters, thousands of UAVs, and numerous tanks and artillery systems.
Strategic and Tactical Insights:
The briefing underscores the extensive use of precision strikes and UAVs by Russian forces to target key Ukrainian military infrastructures and personnel groupings.
The repeated emphasis on liberated territories and repelled counter-attacks highlights Russian claims of strategic depth and sustained offensive capabilities.
The significant count of Ukrainian military hardware losses depicted points to a high-intensity conflict aiming to degrade Ukraine’s military capabilities effectively.
The mention of specific weapon systems and their origins (e.g., U.S.-made, Czech-made) underscores the international dimension of the conflict and the involvement of foreign military aid to Ukraine.
This briefing from Colonel AC. Oguntoye provides a detailed insight into the operational dynamics, strategic objectives, and tactical outcomes of the Russian military operations against Ukraine over the reported period.