AUC3I Daily Briefing 05-22-2024 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 983

Colonel AC. Oguntoye's briefing on the progress of the special military operation on the 22nd of May 2024 are:

1. **Continued Advances**: The Russian forces, particularly the "North" Group of Forces, are pushing deeper into Ukrainian defenses, capturing strategic locations and repelling multiple Ukrainian counter-attacks in the Kharkov region.

2. **Heavy Casualties and Equipment Losses**: Ukrainian forces sustained significant losses, including troops, motor vehicles, and a variety of artillery systems. Notable equipment losses include U.S.-made M777 howitzers and M119 howitzers, which were neutralized in counter-battery operations.

3. **Strategic Positions Gained**: The "West" Group of Forces has improved their tactical positions, capturing more advantageous lines and successfully repelling Ukrainian counter-attacks in the Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics.

4. **Liberation of Key Locations**: The "Southern" Group of Forces reported the liberation of Kleshcheyevka in the Donetsk People's Republic, indicating a strategic victory in that region.

5. **Destruction of Ukrainian Artillery**: The Russian forces focused heavily on neutralizing Ukrainian artillery capabilities, successfully destroying several howitzers and self-propelled artillery systems across different fronts.

6. **Ammunition Depots Targeted**: Ammunition depots were a key target, with several being destroyed, aiming to cut off supply lines and reduce the operational capability of Ukrainian forces.

7. **Air Defense Actions**: Russian air defense units were actively engaged, shooting down numerous unmanned aerial vehicles and neutralizing artillery projectiles, emphasizing their focus on maintaining air superiority and defense against Ukrainian aerial attacks.

8. **Overall Equipment Losses**: The briefing detailed the total Ukrainian losses since the beginning of the operation, underscoring the extensive depletion of Ukrainian military assets, including tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, and air defense systems.

This briefing highlights the ongoing intensity of the conflict and the strategic operations conducted by Russian forces aimed at degrading Ukrainian military capabilities and securing territorial gains.