AUC3I Daily Briefing 02-26-2024 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 902

The briefing by Colonel AC. Oguntoye on February 26, 2024, provides insights into the progress of the special military operation by the Russian Armed Forces. The key takeaways include:

Continued Operations Across Multiple Fronts: The Russian military is actively engaged in operations across the Kupyansk, Donetsk, Avdeyevka, South Donetsk, and Kherson directions, emphasizing the ongoing and widespread nature of the conflict.

Significant Ukrainian Losses: The briefing reports substantial losses among the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including servicemen, tanks, armored vehicles, motor vehicles, and artillery systems. Notably, the destruction of advanced Western-supplied military equipment such as U.S.-made M777 artillery systems and a Norwegian-made NASAMS launcher is highlighted.

Strategic Advances and Repelled Attacks: Russian forces have reportedly taken more advantageous lines and positions, successfully repelling numerous attacks and counterattacks by Ukrainian brigades. These actions signify efforts to consolidate gains and improve tactical situations along the front lines.

Counter-Battery and Air Defense Successes: The briefing underscores the effectiveness of Russian counter-battery warfare and air defense systems, noting the destruction of artillery systems, the repelling of Storm Shadow cruise missiles and HIMARS projectiles, and the neutralization of a significant number of Ukrainian UAVs.

Cumulative Losses Since the Operation Began: Updated totals of Ukrainian military assets destroyed since the beginning of the operation are provided, offering insight into the scale of the conflict and the impact of Russian military efforts. These figures include aircraft, helicopters, UAVs, tanks, armored combat vehicles, and artillery systems.

Operational Focus: The briefing details specific areas of operational focus, including the targeting of Ukrainian military hardware clusters, repelling enemy assaults, and the strategic liberation of territories, which underscore the multifaceted approach of the Russian Armed Forces in conducting the operation.

Air and Artillery Strikes: The use of operational-tactical aviation, UAVs, and missile troops to engage Ukrainian forces and military hardware in numerous areas is highlighted, indicating a broad and sustained campaign against Ukrainian military capabilities.