Archived operational intelligence briefing
The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces making significant advances, especially in the Donetsk region. Toretsk is under severe pressure, with less than 15% under Ukrainian control, and Kurakhove has been fully captured. Russian forces are pressing towards Pokrovsk, with advances in multiple settlements including Novovasylivka, Yelizavetovka, and Baranovka. They have reportedly captured Shevchenko, Ivanivka, and Vozdvyzhenka, moving closer to the strategic Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway. In the Luhansk region, Russian units are developing success in Ivanovka. The Ukrainian counteroffensive in the Kursk region has stalled, with heavy losses reported (estimated up to 48,000 casualties). A renewed Russian offensive is underway in the Kursk region near Nikolaevka and Staraya Sorochina, with advances reported near Novaya Sorochina, Makhnovka, and Dmitryukov.
Drone warfare remains central, with widespread activity and new tactics reported. A confirmed Ukrainian drone attack on an industrial facility in Engels, deep inside Russian territory, marks a significant escalation, with the fire at the oil depot intensifying and a state of emergency declared.
The geopolitical landscape is increasingly complex. Potential shifts in US and European support for Ukraine are evident, with reports of a possible meeting between German Chancellor Scholz and Russian President Putin before February 23rd, although the German government has denied this. The closure of the Polish Consulate in St. Petersburg reflects strained relations. Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó claims Ukraine's termination of Russian gas transit to Europe is unacceptable.
The military situation in Ukraine remains highly volatile, with Russian forces making significant advances in the Donetsk region and Ukrainian forces facing challenges in maintaining their defensive lines. The renewed Russian offensive in the Kursk region signifies a shift in momentum, and the US has officially supported the Ukrainian offensive in the region, adding a new dimension to the conflict. The continued pressure on Toretsk and Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region highlights the ongoing threat to Ukrainian defensive lines. The intensification of drone warfare underscores the evolving nature of the conflict. The confirmed drone attack on an industrial facility in Engels, deep inside Russian territory, represents a significant development and a potential turning point in Ukraine's ability to strike strategic targets.
The geopolitical landscape is increasingly complex, with potential shifts in US and European support for Ukraine. The closure of the Polish Consulate in St. Petersburg further reflects the strained relations between Russia and Western countries. The new information regarding the Ukrainian strike on the Russian command post, the ongoing drone attacks, and the geopolitical developments further emphasizes the complexity and volatility of the situation.
The new messages also highlight a statement from Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, who claims that Ukraine's termination of Russian gas transit to Europe is unacceptable and contradicts its intentions to join the European Union. This statement further emphasizes the geopolitical tensions surrounding energy supplies and the potential impact on relations between Ukraine, Russia, and the EU. The new messages also highlight that Ukrainian forces are continuing their drone attacks, with reports of a drone being shot down over the Bryansk region of Russia and an attack on the village of Rzhevka in the Belgorod region.
The new messages also highlight a video reportedly showing Ukrainian soldiers distributing food to civilians in Niger. The video, shared by the Rybar Telegram channel, is presented as evidence of the positive role of Ukrainian forces in Africa. However, the report also mentions that local authorities expressed dissatisfaction with the incident, and that the soldiers were reprimanded by their command for their unauthorized actions. This incident underscores the complexities of operating in foreign environments and the importance of coordinating with local authorities. It also highlights the potential for such actions to be misinterpreted or used for propaganda purposes by opposing sides.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Russian Ministry of Defense, reportedly showing Russian troops undergoing training in the rear area of the Zaporizhzhia region. The video, which focuses on countering enemy drones, underscores the importance of training and adapting to the evolving nature of warfare. The emphasis on counter-drone measures highlights the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems and the need for effective countermeasures.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Russian Ministry of Defense, reportedly showing Russian helicopters engaging Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region border area. The video, which features Mi-28nm, Ka-52m, and Mi-8PSG helicopters, demonstrates the continued use of air power by Russian forces in the conflict. The reported rocket strike on Ukrainian manpower and materiel underscores the ongoing fighting in the region and the use of air assets to support ground operations.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Colonelcassad Telegram channel, reportedly showing two captured Ukrainian soldiers who were trapped in a bunker near Kurakhove. The video, which features the soldiers thanking Russian forces for their rescue and urging an end to the conflict, is likely intended for propaganda purposes. The release of such videos by Russian sources aims to portray a humane image of their forces and potentially influence public opinion.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" Telegram channel, reportedly showing Russian forces engaging Ukrainian infantry on the Kurakhiv direction. The video, which features drone footage of strikes on Ukrainian positions, underscores the continued fighting in the region and the use of drones for reconnaissance and targeting. The reported involvement of the 255th regiment highlights the specific units involved in the operations.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the ASTRA Telegram channel, reportedly showing a drone attack on a car in the Belgorod region, resulting in injuries to a civilian couple. This incident further emphasizes the use of drones in the conflict and the potential for civilian casualties. The reported involvement of Ukrainian forces in the attack underscores the cross-border nature of the conflict and the ongoing threat to civilian populations in border regions.
The new messages also highlight that Ukrainian forces have released a new video showing a fire at an oil depot in Engels, Russia, following a drone attack. The video, shared by the Butusov Plus Telegram channel, confirms that the fire is still burning and that new explosions are occurring. This incident further underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure deep inside Russian territory and the potential for long-range drone strikes to disrupt military operations and logistics. The reported involvement of the "Krystal" oil depot, which supplies fuel to the Engels-2 airbase, highlights the strategic importance of the target.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦" Telegram channel, reportedly showing further explosions at the oil depot in Engels. The video, which features the caption "😎🇺🇦 бочки продовжують вибухати. Ух, двіжуха, як і хотіли)" (😎🇺🇦 barrels continue to explode. Oh, the movement, as they wanted)), underscores the ongoing nature of the attack and the continued threat to the facility. The use of emojis and informal language suggests a sense of satisfaction or accomplishment on the part of the Ukrainian forces involved in the operation.
The new messages also highlight a report from the TASS news agency, stating that leaders of European countries have expressed misunderstanding towards recent statements by Trump regarding Greenland and the Panama Canal. This development further emphasizes the shifting geopolitical landscape and the potential impact on international relations. The statement from German Chancellor Scholz, emphasizing the principle of inviolability of borders, underscores the concern among European leaders regarding any potential changes to the status quo.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Оперативний ЗСУ" Telegram channel, reportedly showing further explosions at the oil depot in Engels. The video, which features the caption "🔥В Енгельсі конкретна ДВІЖУХА" (🔥There is a real movement in Engels), underscores the ongoing nature of the attack and the continued threat to the facility. The use of informal language suggests a sense of satisfaction or accomplishment on the part of the Ukrainian forces involved in the operation.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that there is a threat of enemy tactical aviation activity in the north-eastern direction. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Russian Ministry of Defense, stating that another Ukrainian missile has been shot down over the Kursk region. This incident further emphasizes the ongoing cross-border attacks and the use of missiles in the conflict. The reported involvement of air defense forces underscores the importance of protecting critical infrastructure and population centers.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that repeated launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation have been detected in the direction of Sumy. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the use of guided munitions. The continued use of such weapons underscores the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Russian Ministry of Defense, stating that during storms, Russia lost almost half of the barriers made of barges near the Crimean Bridge and is not trying to restore them. This information suggests a potential vulnerability in the defenses of the Crimean Bridge, which could be exploited by Ukrainian forces.
The new messages also highlight a video reportedly showing the elimination of a group of Russian soldiers using FPV drones by the 110th Mechanized Brigade. This incident further demonstrates the effectiveness of FPV drones in targeting and neutralizing enemy personnel.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian General Staff, stating that the enemy is particularly active in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions. This information further emphasizes the ongoing intense fighting in the Donetsk region and the challenges faced by Ukrainian forces in maintaining their defensive lines. The reported high number of combat clashes (111 since the beginning of the day) underscores the intensity of the conflict and the determination of both sides to achieve their objectives.
The new messages also highlight that Ukrainian forces have released a new video showing the aftermath of a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia. The video, reportedly filmed by a driver's dashcam, captures the moment of the attack and the resulting damage. This footage provides further evidence of the ongoing attacks on civilian areas and the impact of the conflict on the civilian population. The release of such videos by Ukrainian sources serves to document the attacks and potentially garner international support.
The new messages also highlight a report from Russian media outlet TASS, stating that leaders of European countries have expressed misunderstanding towards recent statements by Trump regarding Greenland and the Panama Canal. This development further emphasizes the shifting geopolitical landscape and the potential impact on international relations. The statement from German Chancellor Scholz, emphasizing the principle of inviolability of borders, underscores the concern among European leaders regarding any potential changes to the status quo.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that repeated launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation have been detected in the direction of Sumy. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the use of guided munitions. The continued use of such weapons underscores the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a video reportedly showing Ukrainian soldiers distributing food to civilians in Niger. The video, shared by the Rybar Telegram channel, is presented as evidence of the positive role of Ukrainian forces in Africa. However, the report also mentions that local authorities expressed dissatisfaction with the incident, and that the soldiers were reprimanded by their command for their unauthorized actions. This incident underscores the complexities of operating in foreign environments and the importance of coordinating with local authorities. It also highlights the potential for such actions to be misinterpreted or used for propaganda purposes by opposing sides.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Russian Ministry of Defense, reportedly showing Russian troops undergoing training in the rear area of the Zaporizhzhia region. The video, which focuses on countering enemy drones, underscores the importance of training and adapting to the evolving nature of warfare. The emphasis on counter-drone measures highlights the growing threat posed by unmanned aerial systems and the need for effective countermeasures.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Russian Ministry of Defense, reportedly showing Russian helicopters engaging Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region border area. The video, which features Mi-28nm, Ka-52m, and Mi-8PSG helicopters, demonstrates the continued use of air power by Russian forces in the conflict. The reported rocket strike on Ukrainian manpower and materiel underscores the ongoing fighting in the region and the use of air assets to support ground operations.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the Colonelcassad Telegram channel, reportedly showing two captured Ukrainian soldiers who were trapped in a bunker near Kurakhove. The video, which features the soldiers thanking Russian forces for their rescue and urging an end to the conflict, is likely intended for propaganda purposes. The release of such videos by Russian sources aims to portray a humane image of their forces and potentially influence public opinion.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" Telegram channel, reportedly showing Russian forces engaging Ukrainian infantry on the Kurakhiv direction. The video, which features drone footage of strikes on Ukrainian positions, underscores the continued fighting in the region and the use of drones for reconnaissance and targeting. The reported involvement of the 255th regiment highlights the specific units involved in the operations.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the ASTRA Telegram channel, reportedly showing a drone attack on a car in the Belgorod region, resulting in injuries to a civilian couple. This incident further emphasizes the use of drones in the conflict and the potential for civilian casualties. The reported involvement of Ukrainian forces in the attack underscores the cross-border nature of the conflict and the ongoing threat to civilian populations in border regions.
The new messages also highlight that Ukrainian forces have released a new video showing a fire at an oil depot in Engels, Russia, following a drone attack. The video, shared by the Butusov Plus Telegram channel, confirms that the fire is still burning and that new explosions are occurring. This incident further underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure deep inside Russian territory and the potential for long-range drone strikes to disrupt military operations and logistics. The reported involvement of the "Krystal" oil depot, which supplies fuel to the Engels-2 airbase, highlights the strategic importance of the target.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦" Telegram channel, reportedly showing further explosions at the oil depot in Engels. The video, which features the caption "😎🇺🇦 бочки продовжують вибухати. Ух, двіжуха, як і хотіли)" (😎🇺🇦 barrels continue to explode. Oh, the movement, as they wanted)), underscores the ongoing nature of the attack and the continued threat to the facility. The use of emojis and informal language suggests a sense of satisfaction or accomplishment on the part of the Ukrainian forces involved in the operation.
The new messages also highlight a report from the TASS news agency, stating that leaders of European countries have expressed misunderstanding towards recent statements by Trump regarding Greenland and the Panama Canal. This development further emphasizes the shifting geopolitical landscape and the potential impact on international relations. The statement from German Chancellor Scholz, emphasizing the principle of inviolability of borders, underscores the concern among European leaders regarding any potential changes to the status quo.
The new messages also highlight a video shared by the "Оперативний ЗСУ" Telegram channel, reportedly showing further explosions at the oil depot in Engels. The video, which features the caption "🔥В Енгельсі конкретна ДВІЖУХА" (🔥There is a real movement in Engels), underscores the ongoing nature of the attack and the continued threat to the facility. The use of informal language suggests a sense of satisfaction or accomplishment on the part of the Ukrainian forces involved in the operation.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that there is a threat of enemy tactical aviation activity in the north-eastern direction. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Russian Ministry of Defense, stating that another Ukrainian missile has been shot down over the Kursk region. This incident further emphasizes the ongoing cross-border attacks and the use of missiles in the conflict. The reported involvement of air defense forces underscores the importance of protecting critical infrastructure and population centers.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that repeated launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation have been detected in the direction of Sumy. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the use of guided munitions. The continued use of such weapons underscores the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Russian Ministry of Defense, stating that during storms, Russia lost almost half of the barriers made of barges near the Crimean Bridge and is not trying to restore them. This information suggests a potential vulnerability in the defenses of the Crimean Bridge, which could be exploited by Ukrainian forces.
The new messages also highlight a video reportedly showing the elimination of a group of Russian soldiers using FPV drones by the 110th Mechanized Brigade. This incident further demonstrates the effectiveness of FPV drones in targeting and neutralizing enemy personnel.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian General Staff, stating that the enemy is particularly active in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions. This information further emphasizes the ongoing intense fighting in the Donetsk region and the challenges faced by Ukrainian forces in maintaining their defensive lines. The reported high number of combat clashes (111 since the beginning of the day) underscores the intensity of the conflict and the determination of both sides to achieve their objectives.
The new messages also highlight that Ukrainian forces have released a new video showing the aftermath of a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia. The video, reportedly filmed by a driver's dashcam, captures the moment of the attack and the resulting damage. This footage provides further evidence of the ongoing attacks on civilian areas and the impact of the conflict on the civilian population. The release of such videos by Ukrainian sources serves to document the attacks and potentially garner international support.
The new messages also highlight a report from Russian media outlet TASS, stating that leaders of European countries have expressed misunderstanding towards recent statements by Trump regarding Greenland and the Panama Canal. This development further emphasizes the shifting geopolitical landscape and the potential impact on international relations. The statement from German Chancellor Scholz, emphasizing the principle of inviolability of borders, underscores the concern among European leaders regarding any potential changes to the status quo.
The new messages also highlight a report from the Ukrainian Air Force, stating that repeated launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation have been detected in the direction of Sumy. This information further emphasizes the ongoing threat posed by Russian air attacks and the use of guided munitions. The continued use of such weapons underscores the need for enhanced air defense capabilities and early warning systems.
The new messages also highlight a video reportedly showing Ukrainian soldiers distributing food to civilians in Niger. The video, shared by the Rybar Telegram channel, is presented as evidence of the positive role of Ukrainian forces in Africa. However, the report also mentions that local authorities expressed dissatisfaction with the incident, and that the soldiers were reprimanded by their command for their unauthorized actions. This incident underscores the complexities of operating in foreign environments and the importance of coordinating with local authorities. It also highlights the potential for such actions to be misinterpreted or used for propaganda purposes by opposing sides.
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