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TL;DR: Ukrainian forces achieved significant victories, including winning the battle for Robotyne and conducting successful operations near Crimea. They also managed to steal a Russian helicopter loaded with equipment. Meanwhile, the head of the Russian Air Force was reportedly fired, and a plane carrying key figures of the Wagner Group, including Evgeniy Prigozhin, crashed under suspicious circumstances, possibly indicating an internal assassination.
Key Points:
- Ukrainians won the battle for Robotyne, with the 47th Mechanized Brigade raising the Ukrainian flag in the village.
- Ukrainian forces conducted operations near abandoned oil rigs between Odesa and Crimea, using them for reconnaissance and surveillance. They successfully hit a Russian Su-30 fighter jet that attempted to attack them.
- Ukrainians conducted a successful strike on the Russian air defense system S-400 near Olenivka, possibly using anti-ship system Brimstone II.
- Ukrainian Intelligence successfully stole a Russian helicopter near the border in the Kharkiv region, loaded with equipment for fighter jets Su-27 and Su-30.
- The Head of the Russian Air Force, Sergey Surovikin, was reportedly fired by Putin and is said to be in deep trouble for supporting Wagner's coup.
- A plane carrying key figures of the Wagner Group, including Evgeniy Prigozhin, crashed, with evidence suggesting it was shot down by Russian air defense. Wagner-affiliated sources claim it was a planned assassination.
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TL;DR: Ukrainian forces conducted a complex drone and missile strike on Crimea, targeting various locations including the Kerch Bridge. The strikes were aimed at disrupting Russian logistics and gaining insights into Russian air defense positions. While some missiles were shot down, the attacks revealed vulnerabilities in Russian defenses and caused significant damage to key infrastructure.
Key Points:
- Ukrainian Air Force launched drone attacks from Odesa toward Armiansk, Novoozerne, and Saky. Multiple explosions were reported near the Russian base in Novoozerne.
- The drones used were cheap Chinese models, suggesting the goal was to divert attention from the main strike.
- The main target was the Kerch Bridge, and Ukrainians reportedly used modified ballistic missiles S-200. Although the missiles were shot down, the attack exposed Russian air defense positions.
- Ukrainians also conducted strikes on three important Russian bridges in northern Crimea, causing significant damage and likely forcing Russian forces to redirect military traffic.
- The destruction of Russian logistics has led to delays, traffic jams, and potential vulnerabilities within artillery range of Ukrainian positions.
- The ongoing disruption of Russian supplies has allowed Ukrainians to penetrate Russian defense in certain areas.
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Ukrainian forces made tactically significant advances in western Zaporizhia Oblast amid continued counteroffensive operations on at least three sectors of the front on August 11. Geolocated footage published on August 11 confirms that Ukrainian forces
The assessment details significant advances by Ukrainian forces in western Zaporizhia Oblast and the tactical implications of these movements. It also highlights the lateral redeployment of Russian forces, intensifying offensive operations, missile strikes, and challenges faced by Russian internal security organs. The situation is complex, with both sides making strategic moves and counter-moves.
Key Takeaways:
- Ukrainian Advances: Ukrainian forces made tactically significant advances in western Zaporizhia Oblast, reaching the outskirts of Robotyne. This may indicate significant degradation of Russian defenses in the area.
- Russian Redeployment: The Russian military is laterally redeploying forces, which may further weaken their defensive lines. This redeployment could create opportunities for decisive Ukrainian breakthroughs.
- Intensified Operations: Russian forces are intensifying offensive operations northeast of Kupyansk, possibly to draw Ukrainian forces away from more critical areas.
- Missile Strikes: Russian forces conducted another series of missile strikes in Ukraine, targeting a Ukrainian airfield for the second time in the last week.
- Wagner Group Presence: Russian sources claim that the Wagner Group is maintaining a presence in Belarus, though the status of its rumored withdrawal to Russia remains unclear.
- Personnel Shortages: The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) is struggling with significant personnel shortages, especially in occupied territories in Ukraine.
- Deflection of Blame: The Kremlin and Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) are likely attempting to deflect blame for Ukrainian shelling in Russian border areas onto mid-level officers.
Just some highlights from the map update today. First, Russia has a pontoon bridge near Henichesk. !
North of Zherebyanky, two Ukrainian BMP-2 were damaged by drones. Previously we only saw infantry operating in this area. Unclear what the extent of the damage was to either vehicle, if any. ! !
earlier today about Kozachi Laheri there are signs of shelling. ! !
The summary of the situation of Russian re-invasion to Ukraine covering the last 48 hours, as of 9th August 2023 – 22:00 (Kyiv time). Due to low intensity of fighting and only minor changes on the…
TL;DR: The summary of the situation of the Russian re-invasion to Ukraine as of August 9, 2023, covers the last 48 hours. The intensity of fighting is low, with minor changes on the ground. The author has reduced the number of summaries to two per week. Various fronts are mentioned with specific details on troop movements, attacks, and defenses.
Dot Points Summary:
- Sloboda Front: Russian army accumulating forces north-east of Kupyansk; Ukrainian troops holding the line.
- Siverskyi Donets: No activity reported.
- Bakhmut Front: Russian forces launched a counter-attack near Berkhivka; Ukrainian troops pushed away.
- Avdiivka Front: Ukrainian forces repelled attacks near Avdiivka and Sieverne.
- Donetsk Front: Ukrainian forces attacked Russian positions in Urozhaine; settlement likely contested.
- Zaporizhzhia Front: Russian counter-attacks in Robotyne failed; Ukrainian forces reached outskirts.
- Kherson Front: Ukrainian Special Forces conducted a raid near Kozachi Laheri; small-scale raids continue.
- Summary Frequency: Reduced to two summaries per week due to low intensity of fighting.
Speculations about the Wagner Group’s withdrawal from Belarus suggest that aspects of the deal between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Wagner Group financier Yevgeny Prigozhin following Wagner’s armed rebellion on June 24 have collapsed. A Russian in
Summary: The report from the Institute for the Study of War provides an in-depth analysis of the Russian offensive campaign as of August 9, 2023. It covers various aspects, including speculations about the Wagner Group's withdrawal from Belarus, Putin's ongoing concerns about the Wagner Group, the restructuring of Russian military districts, Ukrainian counteroffensive operations, and an explosion near the Zagorsk Optical Mechanical Plant in Moscow. The report also delves into the complex dynamics between different Russian military factions and the potential implications of these developments.
Thought-Provoking Questions:
- Wagner Group's Future: How might the speculated withdrawal of the Wagner Group from Belarus and the collapse of the deal between Putin and Wagner Group financier Yevgeny Prigozhin affect the overall Russian military strategy?
- Ukrainian Counteroffensive Operations: What are the strategic implications of the continued Ukrainian counteroffensive operations on different fronts, and how might they shape the future course of the conflict?
- Russian Military Dynamics: How do the internal dynamics and disagreements within the Russian military, such as the rehabilitation of Army General Sergei Surovikin and the recreation of military districts, reflect the broader challenges faced by the Russian leadership in managing the conflict?
TL;DR: A strategic drone attack by Ukrainians on the Russian Black Sea Fleet. The attack targeted a Russian harbor instead of the expected Sevastopol, successfully damaging Russian assault landing ships. The video also covers a simultaneous drone strike on Crimea, which seemed to be a diversion for the main strike. The Ukrainians' tactics caught the Russians off guard, leading to significant damage.
Key Points:
- On day 527 of the conflict, Ukrainians launched a drone attack on the Russian Black Sea Fleet, targeting the Russian harbor instead of Sevastopol.
- Ukrainian drones successfully attacked Russian assault landing ships, causing one to flood and lose the ability to move independently.
- Russian analysts criticized the lack of preparedness, noting that the ship was not equipped with additional machine guns necessary to intercept such attacks and the crew did not notice the drone in time.
- Simultaneously, Ukrainians conducted a massive attack on another ship and launched 20 drones of various types in a drone strike on Crimea. The first three groups of drones targeted the western shore of Crimea, aiming to draw attention away from the main strike.
- The timing of the launch of marine and aerial drones was virtually the same, which caught the Russians off guard.
- Ukrainian residents reported explosions, which is confirmed by footage. It was claimed that the drones did not hit their intended targets, but this is not confirmed.
- Ukrainian sources claim that one of the drones hit a Russian oil tanker delivering fuel to the region. The crew of the tanker reported no leaks or threats.
- The Ukrainians conducted the drone strike to prevent the Russians from replenishing their fuel supply.
- The video also mentions the Courage Bridge being damaged.
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Pretty much the entire Ukrainian marine corps has deployed to a 10-mile-long stretch of the front line in southern Ukraine’s Donetsk Oblast.
Ukraine has deployed all its four marine brigades, totaling 10,000 marines, to a 10-mile front line in Donetsk Oblast. This move could be decisive in the conflict but carries risks as the marines will eventually need to rest, and there are no additional brigades for replacement.
The article by David Axe on Forbes discusses the strategic deployment of Ukraine's four marine brigades along a 10-mile stretch of the front line in southern Ukraine’s Donetsk Oblast. Here are the key points:
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The entire Ukrainian marine corps, consisting of approximately 10,000 marines in four brigades, has been deployed in this region. Their presence along the Mokri Yaly River Valley could be a decisive factor in achieving a major breakthrough.
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This simultaneous deployment of all elite marine brigades comes with significant risk. The marines represent the most potent offensive force in the Ukrainian order of battle, but they will eventually need to pull back for rest, repairs, and the induction of fresh recruits. This could potentially leave a gap that less effective army units might fill, providing an opportunity for a counterattack.
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The Ukrainian marine corps became an independent branch of the armed forces in May, on the orders of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky. Prior to 2014, there was just one marine brigade, the 37th, which belonged to the Ukrainian navy. New brigades formed as the now nine-year war escalated.
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Unlike marines in other countries, Ukrainian marines fight on land. They are organized, trained, and have an ethos that distinguishes them as marines. They are lighter than army brigades and their lightness confers speed.
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The marines have been more successful along this axis than the army has been farther to the west. The terrain is a factor, but their speed, discipline, and aggression have also contributed to their success.
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As Ukraine’s counteroffensive grinds into its third month, Kyiv is desperate for a major breakthrough and has deployed every one of its marine brigades along the axis. However, if the breakthrough doesn’t happen soon, the marines might need a break, and there isn't yet a fifth, sixth, or seventh marine brigade to swap in for the four brigades currently in the fight.
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Australia said Monday it will buy 20 new C-130 Hercules from the United States in a 9.8 billion Australian dollar ($6.6 billion) deal that will increase by two-thirds the size of the Australian air force’s fleet of its second-largest heavy transport aircraft.
The entry numbers rose by 48 head on last year.
TL;DR: Ukrainian forces successfully launched drone attacks on Crimea, targeting key Russian infrastructure, including airfields and oil depots. This has disrupted Russian supply lines and caused significant challenges for Russian forces. Meanwhile, several Russian war correspondents and figures have been killed or injured, and the arrest of Girkin, a critic of Putin, has sparked controversy.
Key Points:
- Ukrainian drones exploited a temporary weakness in Russian air defenses in Crimea, leading to successful strikes on three Russian airfields.
- Ukrainian forces targeted a major airfield and an oil depot in the Krasnohrardiysky district, causing significant damage and prompting evacuations.
- The Kerch Bridge was closed by Russian forces due to the heightened threat of further strikes, disrupting major supply lines.
- Despite Putin's claims, the Kerch Bridge was being used for military supplies, leading to traffic jams and supply shortages for Russian forces.
- Several Russian war correspondents, including Rostislav Zhyravlev and “Misha na Donbase,” were killed in recent days.
- Russian MP Aleksandr Boroday was injured during a PR visit to Bakhmut.
- Girkin, a critic of Putin and founder of the Club of Angry Patriots, was arrested and charged with extremism, leading to public backlash and questions about the treatment of other figures involved in the conflict.
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TL;DR: President Putin held a meeting with the National Security Council, discussing Poland's potential intentions to leverage its NATO membership to invade Ukraine and possibly Belarus. Meanwhile, tensions escalate near the Polish, Belorussian, and Ukrainian borders. The Russian Black Sea Fleet demonstrated its power by destroying a ship, and Ukrainian partisans are becoming increasingly active against Russian forces.
Key Points:
- Putin claims Poland is preparing to use its NATO status to invade Ukraine and possibly Belarus, citing historical contexts.
- Polish security official, Stanislaw Zaryn, mentions the Wagner Group's deployment near the Polish border, suggesting potential provocations.
- The Russian Black Sea Fleet destroyed an empty Ukrainian Corvette Ternopil, which they had seized in 2014 during the Crimea occupation.
- Russian forces targeted Ukrainian harbors in the Odesa region, destroying terminals with peas and barley, resulting in the loss of 120 tons of grain.
- Ukrainian partisans identified and destroyed a significant Russian ammunition depot near Mariupol.
- A large fire occurred in Rostov, causing panic among local residents due to previous Ukrainian drone strikes in the region.
- Ukrainian forces conducted drone strikes on Crimea, targeting Russian military objects.
- Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Gavrylov emphasized the improved Ukrainian control over the Black Sea and the challenges faced by the Russian Black Sea Fleet.
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We gave the Yes and No pamphlets for the Voice to fact-checkers. This is what they came back with.
Title: We gave the Voice to Parliament pamphlets to fact checkers. Here's what they said.
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Background: The Yes and No pamphlets for the Voice to Parliament referendum are available. The AEC releases them without fact-checking.
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Yes Pamphlet Claims and Fact-Checks:
- Claim: The Voice originates from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. FactCheck: Confirmed; it was proposed in the Uluru Statement from the Heart.
- Claim: The Voice will advise on key Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues. FactCheck: True; it will make representations to Parliament on related matters.
- Claim: Governments didn't listen to ground-level voices. FactCheck: Needs specifics on which initiatives failed and why.
- Claim: Constitutional inclusion ensures the Voice's stability. FactCheck: True; it provides security and certainty.
- Claim: The Voice is constitutionally sound and lacks veto power. FactCheck: Confirmed; it won't have a veto power.
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No Pamphlet Claims and Fact-Checks:
- Claim: The Voice might risk legal challenges. FactCheck: Incorrect; it can't make binding demands or veto legislation.
- Claim: The Voice is untested elsewhere. FactCheck: Other countries have similar First Nations consultation approaches.
- Claim: Many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representative bodies already exist. FactCheck: The Voice differs in independence and representation.
- Claim: A centralized Voice might overlook regional needs. FactCheck: The design ensures focus on communities and regional representation.
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At the NATO Summit, member nations agreed to expedite Ukraine's membership but didn't provide a timeline due to the ongoing war with Russia. The membership action plan requirement was dropped, simplifying the process. Controversy arose over the US supplying Ukraine with cluster munitions, and NATO allies are expected to set a minimum defense spending of 2% of GDP, a target Canada isn't meeting.
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At the NATO Summit in Lithuania, member nations agreed to let Ukraine join the alliance and to fast-track the process. However, they did not issue an official invitation or any clear timeline for membership.
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NATO members made it clear that Ukraine can't join while it's involved in an active war because that would immediately bring all NATO members into direct conflict with Russia.
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Sweden was allowed to join NATO after Turkey, which had been blocking its membership, agreed to drop its veto in return for concessions from Sweden, including the lifting of a ban on arms sales.
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There was controversy over the US decision to give Ukraine cluster munitions, some of which failed to explode. Canada disagreed with this decision, citing a treaty banning such weapons.
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Ukraine's defense minister pointed out that Russia has been using cluster munitions since the start of the war and promised they'd only be used on Ukraine's own territory, away from built-up areas.
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NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg laid out a simpler path to membership for Ukraine but did not provide a clear timeline for full membership.
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The requirement for a membership action plan was dropped, which is seen as a positive indication of how NATO views Ukraine.
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The allies are expected to agree that 2% of GDP is the floor for defense spending, not just the target. Canada is nowhere near this target and has no plan to get there.
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The US controversially sent cluster munitions to Ukraine, a type of weapon that Canada and 123 other nations pledged to prohibit back in 2008.
TL;DR: The video focuses on the strategic advancements of Ukrainian forces in the South. Ukrainians conducted a series of deadly strikes, combining advanced weapons to target key Russian logistical hubs in Tokmak and Berdyansk. The strikes resulted in significant damage to Russian camps and the elimination of high-ranking Russian commanders, including the Deputy Commander of the Southern Military District, General Lieutenant Oleg Soskov.
Key Points:
- Ukrainians conducted a series of deadly strikes on Russian military bases located in Tokmak and Berdyansk, two of the biggest prefrontal towns serving as important logistical hubs for the Russians.
- The strikes involved the use of Hammers and long-range multiple launch rocket systems, including cluster munitions, to inflict significant damage and create dangerous areas due to unexploded grenades.
- The Ukrainians targeted and completely demolished Hotel Yun in Berdyansk, which served as the command post of the 58th Russian Army, resulting in the elimination of the Russian Deputy Commander of the Southern Military District, General Lieutenant Oleg Soskov.
- The Russian army also lost another high commander, Captain of the Second Rank Stanislav Rajitsky, who was shot dead during his regular morning jog.
- The President of France, Macron, approved the deliveries of more Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine, indicating that more such strikes are expected in the near future.
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TL;DR: The video focuses on the strategic advancements of Ukrainian forces. Ukrainians reportedly conducted a missile strike on the Crimean Bridge, targeting the southern Russian group. The Ukrainians also targeted Russian military objects in the Rostov and Bryansk regions. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense confirmed responsibility for the destruction of the Crimean bridge last year. The video also reports on the return of the commanders of the Azov Regiment to Ukraine, who were responsible for holding Mariupol for over two months at the beginning of the invasion.
Key Points:
- Ukrainians reportedly conducted a missile strike on the Crimean Bridge, targeting the southern Russian group located in separation from supplies.
- Ukrainian Ministry of Defense officially confirmed that they were responsible for the destruction of the Crimean bridge last year.
- Ukrainian forces targeted Russian military objects in the Rostov and Bryansk regions.
- The commanders of the Azov Regiment, who were responsible for holding Mariupol for over two months at the beginning of the invasion, have returned to Ukraine.
- The Ukrainian Air Force is about to receive 10 Mi-24 helicopters, which are currently in Poland and should get to the front very soon.
- The United States announced new weapon deliveries to Ukraine, which included cluster munitions, a type of weapon that scatters explosives covering a large area.
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This is a pretty dated article.. I wonder if they are still happening or if has fallen out of fashion.
TL;DR: Over the past few days, there have been significant developments in Ukraine. The total combat losses of the enemy have been reported, with a notable increase in personnel and equipment. Ukraine has received support from international partners, with the US providing cluster munitions and Turkey expressing support for Ukraine's NATO membership. President Zelensky visited Snake Island, a significant location in the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, the situation in Donetsk remains tense, with reports of shelling and casualties.
- (2023-07-08 - East) The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.2022 to 08.07.2023 were:
| Personnel | Tanks | APV | Artillery Systems | MLRS | Anti-aircraft warfare | |-----------|-------|-----|-------------------|------|-----------------------| | 233440 (+630) | 4074 (+4) | 7953 (+9) | 4346 (+16) | 661 (+3) | - |
Ministry of Defence of Ukraine
- (2023-07-06 - East) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the importance of receiving weapons and ammunition from partners in time for a successful counteroffensive. Ministry of Defence of Ukraine
- (2023-07-06 - East) Ukrainian Minister of Defence, Oleksii Reznikov, held a meeting with representatives of the European Council on Foreign Relations discussing Ukrainian defence needs and the concept of the future army. Ministry of Defence of Ukraine
- (2023-07-08 - North East) The US will provide Ukraine with cluster-style artillery rounds to repel Russian invading forces. Ground News
- (2023-07-08 - South East) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed support for Ukraine joining NATO. Ground News
- (2023-07-08 - South) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited Snake Island, a significant location in the ongoing conflict. Ground News
- (2023-07-08 - East) In Donetsk region, Russian troops shelled Liman, resulting in casualties. Ground News
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I'm guessing the aim would be to encircle and try and take it back without a fight. Imagine the moral hit that would cause to Russia
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