Situation Report

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

Current Situation Overview

• Black Sea:

  • Threats Remaining: Three enemy ships capable of launching 12 Kalibr cruise missiles.
  • Aerial Threats: MiG-31K aircraft are operational, raising the risk of missile strikes, with a significant number of kamikaze UAVs detected heading towards urban centers.

• Azov Sea:

  • Enemy Presence: No detectable enemy ships.
  • Aerial Threats: Multiple kamikaze drones have been confirmed in the area, threatening Kyiv and other major urban centers.

• Mediterranean Sea:

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

Military Engagements

• Combat Engagements:
  • Total Engagements Today: 117 total combat engagements noted, with significant activity in the Pokrovsk and Kuraqiv directions.
  • Missile Strikes: The day recorded 71 aerial strikes involving 107 guided bombs and extensive drone activities with 340 reported drone strikes.
  • Civilian Risks: Continuous concern over civilian areas due to missile fire, especially in urban centers.

New Threat Indicators

1. UAV Activity: A substantial number of kamikaze drones ("mopeds") are on trajectory towards Kyiv, Poltava, and surrounding areas. New alerts were issued in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions.

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

3. Air Defense Alerts:

   • UAVs detected approaching Kyiv from various directions.
   • High-risk assessments continue particularly in Chernihiv, Poltava, and Kyiv as more UAVs are reported in those areas.

Coordination and Response

• Air Defense Enhancements: Preparations are in place to counter incoming UAV threats in several Ukrainian regions, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance.
• Logistics and Infrastructure: Efforts are ongoing to secure communication and maintain effective command and control to respond to aerial threats effectively.

Summary:

The operational environment remains critical, particularly regarding significant aerial threats posed by kamikaze drones and a persistent naval threat in the Black Sea. Ukrainian forces are maintaining defensive actions, notably in high-priority areas such as Pokrovsk and Kuraqiv. Continuous monitoring of enemy movements, particularly UAVs and missile capabilities, is vital for civilian safety and military readiness. Immediate precautions and readiness for rapid responses are necessary as the threat of missile strikes continues unabated.

Stay alert and report any suspicious activities! Slava Ukraini!