Situation Report

Updated Operational Situation Overview (as of July 31, 2024, 01:00)

Current Threat Overview

• Black Sea:

  • Threats Remaining: Three enemy ships capable of launching 12 Kalibr cruise missiles.
  • Aerial Threats: MiG-31K aircraft in action, increasing the risk of missile strikes with several kamikaze UAVs approaching urban centers.

• Azov Sea:

  • Enemy Presence: No detectable enemy ships.
  • Aerial Threats: Kamikaze drones confirmed in the area, with threats directed towards Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Fastov, and Boryspil.

• Mediterranean Sea:

  • Enemy Assets: Two enemy vessels, one capable of launching up to 16 Kalibr missiles.

Military Engagements

• Combat Engagements:
  • Total Engagements Today: 117 combat engagements recorded, notably on the Pokrovsk and Kuraqiv directions.
  • Missile Strikes: Over the last day, 71 aerial strikes carried out using 107 guided bombs and extensive drone activities with 340 strikes reported.
  • Civilian Risks: Ongoing concern for civilian areas due to missile strikes, especially in urban settings.

New Threat Indicators

1. Increased UAV Activity: Reports indicate multiple kamikaze drones (referred to as "mopeds") on trajectories towards various regions, indicating a significant risk for urban centers in Kyiv, Poltava, and surrounding areas. Early warnings have been issued in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions.

2. Missile Threat: At least two Tu-95MS bombers have been tracked in the Caspian Sea region, with ongoing surveillance for potential missile launches.

3. Air Defense Alerts:

   • UAVs detected moving towards Kyiv from the north-west and other regions, prompting alerts for potential air defense operations.
   • High-risk assessments continue for various oblasts, particularly Chernihiv, Poltava, and Kyiv, as UAVs are reported in those regions.

Coordination and Response

• Air Defense Enhancements: Preparedness to counter incoming UAV threats across several Ukrainian regions, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance among local populations.
• Communication Infrastructure Resilience: Efforts continue to maintain and secure communications for effective command and control, especially in response to aerial threats.

Summary:

The operational environment remains tense with significant aerial threats from kamikaze drones and a persistent naval presence in the Black Sea. Ukrainian forces are maintaining effective defensive deployments, especially on critical fronts such as Pokrovsk and Kuraqiv. Continuous monitoring of enemy movements, especially involving UAVs and missile capabilities, is critical to safeguarding civilians and ensuring operational readiness. The threat of missile strikes remains high, especially from the direction of the Caspian Sea and the ongoing presence of enemy air assets. Immediate precautions and readiness for rapid response are crucial for all military and civilian efforts.

Stay alert and report any suspicious activities! Slava Ukraini!