TACTICAL AND OPERATIONAL INTELLIGENCE SITUATION REPORT (SITREP)
DTG: 050630Z NOV 25
REPORTING PERIOD: 050600Z NOV 25 – 050630Z NOV 25
ANALYST CONFIDENCE (Overall): HIGH (Focus on strategic interdiction success and ongoing RF kinetic pressure.)
Deep Rear Area (RF Territory - Strategic Interdiction):CONFIRMED KINETIC SUCCESS. New footage and UAF sources confirm the successful long-range strike on the Vladimirskaya 750 kV Substation. This infrastructure is critical for the central Russian energy grid, confirming UAF intent to achieve systemic disruption. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
Donbas (Pokrovsk Axis): UAF Special Operations Forces (SSO) are confirmed to be active in the Pokrovsk area, evidenced by recent video releases (Hayabusa). This corroborates the previous report of active UAF reinforcement and counter-infiltration operations in the besieged salient. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
Kharkiv Oblast: Governor Syniehubov reports enemy strikes on six settlements within the last 24 hours, confirming persistent RF fire missions aimed at fixing UAF forces and degrading rear-area stability near the border. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
Northern Sector (Slovyansk, Kupyansk, Oleksandrivka, Kostiantynivka): General Staff (GenS) mapping indicates sustained, heavy RF pressure and localized combat across these sectors. While no critical breakthroughs are indicated, the high volume of fire keeps UAF reserves pinned. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
1.2. Weather and Environmental Factors Affecting Operations
RF Deep Rear (Vladimir): Heavy fog (noted in previous report) likely facilitated the successful UAV ingress for the Vladimirskaya strike.
Operational Area (Ukraine): No significant changes affecting maneuver warfare are reported. The transition to winter conditions requires ongoing monitoring of terrain trafficability (TTFC) but is not yet critical.
1.3. Current Force Dispositions and Control Measures
UAF Deep Strike Assets: Demonstrated high efficiency in targeting high-value CNI nodes (Vladimirskaya Substation).
UAF SSO: Maintaining high operational tempo and direct engagement capability within critical frontline areas (Pokrovsk).
RF Deep Strike Assets: Confirmed active. Colonelcassad (RF MILBLOGGER) released older footage of a strike on the Darnytsia TPP in Kyiv, likely intended to reassure the RF public of sustained kinetic capacity in response to UAF strikes.
2. ENEMY ANALYSIS (Threat Assessment)
2.1. Enemy Capabilities, Intentions, and Courses of Action
Capabilities:
Systemic Attack Capacity: RF retains high capacity for coordinated multi-vector strikes (missile/UAV/KAB) against CNI and military logistics (Previous intelligence assessed 4x increase in Shahed production).
Information Dominance (Internal): RF leadership (Putin meeting) demonstrates the ability to quickly pivot narratives to domestic stability, emphasizing support for SVO participants and regional security (energy/heating).
Intentions (Operational - Next 6-12 hours):
Retaliatory Saturation Strike: RF intent to execute the predicted large-scale saturation strike against CNI remains CRITICAL, aimed at neutralizing the embarrassment and operational impact of the UAF strikes on Vladimir/Orël. Targets remain Dnipropetrovsk/Kirovohrad logistics hubs. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
Political Stability Maintenance: RF leadership will continue to reinforce narratives of domestic control, regional stability (Tver appointment), and effective counter-measures to mask the strategic threat posed by UAF deep strikes. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
2.2. Recent Tactical Changes or Adaptations
RF AD Claim Amplification: RF sources (Colonelcassad) claim 40 UAF UAVs were intercepted/destroyed overnight. While unverified, this is a clear informational counter-effort designed to minimize the perceived success of the Vladimir/Orël strikes. (MEDIUM CONFIDENCE)
Information Dissemination: RF media (TASS) is prioritizing domestic governance and quality of life issues (winter tire regulations, regional appointments) to project normalcy and stability immediately following the CNI attacks.
2.3. Logistics and Sustainment Status
UAF success in hitting the Vladimirskaya substation targets high-level transmission capability, which forces long repair timelines and resource diversion for RF. This confirms UAF is effectively imposing economic and operational costs deep in the RF rear. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
3. FRIENDLY FORCES (Blue Force Tracking)
3.1. Ukrainian Force Posture and Readiness
Deep Strike Effectiveness: UAF forces have confirmed high-impact kinetic actions against strategic RF CNI targets, maintaining initiative in the long-range strike domain.
SSO Engagement: UAF SSO units are actively engaged in the Pokrovsk sector, confirming efforts to hold and secure the critical reinforcement corridor.
3.2. Recent Tactical Successes or Setbacks
Tactical Successes:
Strategic Denial: Confirmed successful strike on the 750 kV Vladimirskaya Substation, directly degrading RF energy transmission capacity.
Frontline Resilience: UAF DSHV (Air Assault Forces) video footage suggests high morale and continued combat effectiveness.
Setbacks:
Localized Infrastructure Damage (Sumy): Reports of power outages and water rationing in Sumy due to RF strikes, demonstrating the vulnerability of localized CNI, even if the primary strike campaign is focused elsewhere.
4. INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT (Cognitive Domain)
4.1. Propaganda and Disinformation Campaigns (Hybrid Operations)
RF Narrative (Stability vs. Disruption): RF State media (TASS) focuses heavily on Putin's role in ensuring regional stability and "light and heat" for citizens (Tver appointment), directly attempting to inoculate the public against the destabilizing effect of UAF strikes on power generation. (HIGH CONFIDENCE)
UAF Narrative (Effectiveness vs. Loss): UAF sources focus on high enemy loss statistics (GenS estimated losses) and the confirmed strategic strikes in Russia, aiming to maintain domestic morale and international confidence.
4.2. Public Sentiment and Morale Factors
RF Home Front: Despite official counter-narratives, the visible destruction at high-value targets (Vladimirskaya) likely sustains low-level public anxiety regarding the war's intrusion into the homeland.
UAF Home Front: Active reports of power/water issues (Sumy) highlight immediate civilian hardship resulting from RF strikes, sustaining the urgent need for robust AD.
4.3. International Support and Diplomatic Developments
US Politics (Low Relevance): Reports on US election outcomes (NYC local elections) have low direct military relevance but indicate persistent Western political dynamics that could influence future aid packages.
5. PREDICTIVE ANALYSIS (Future Operations)
5.1. Most Likely Enemy Courses of Action (MLCOA) - Next 6-12 Hours
(HIGH CONFIDENCE) RF will prioritize kinetic retaliation and information control.
Initial Wave Escalation: The inbound UAV wave (identified in the previous report) will be followed by a heavy missile barrage (Kh-101/Kalibr) directed at CNI in Central/Eastern Ukraine (Dnipropetrovsk/Kirovohrad) to counter the UAF strikes.
Increased Fire Support (Donbas): RF forces will increase KAB and artillery use against the Pokrovsk sector to neutralize the UAF SSO/reinforcement efforts and attempt to exploit vulnerabilities created by the anticipated AD focus on the rear areas.
Domestic Information Op: RF authorities will use the Tver gubernatorial appointment and related high-level meetings to continuously broadcast stability narratives.
5.2. Most Dangerous Enemy Courses of Action (MDCOA) - Next 12-24 Hours
(CRITICAL CONFIDENCE)
Targeting Strategic C2/Logistics Nexus: RF successfully utilizes the anticipated saturation strike to degrade a major UAF AD system protecting a primary Western-supplied ammunition/POL depot west of Dnipro, followed by a coordinated RF ground/air assault capitalizing on the temporary vulnerability in the Pokrovsk-Kostiantynivka supply line.
5.3. Timeline Estimates and Decision Points
Timeframe
Event/Decision Point
Triggering Indicator
Immediate (0-1H)
Air Defense Execution: UAF AD must be fully postured to intercept the escalating deep strike wave.
Confirmed launch sequence of RF strategic missiles (Kh-101/Iskander).
1-4H
Pokrovsk Counter-Infiltration: UAF forces must maintain high readiness to counter RF просачивание groups targeting the reinforcement corridor.
SIGINT or visual confirmation of RF SpN movement near known GLOCs.
6-12H
Damage Assessment/Follow-on Strike: UAF targeting cell assesses Vladimirskaya/Orël strike damage and prepares tertiary targets or repeat strikes.
IMINT/OSINT evidence of repair crew mobilization or operational status change.
6. INTELLIGENCE GAPS AND COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS
Priority
Gap Description
Collection Requirement (CR)
CRITICAL - REFINED
RF KAB/Missile Loadout: Current inventory and readiness status of long-range cruise missiles (Kh-101/Kalibr) at the identified GRAU Arsenal (54.5879, 20.2047) and forward deployment of KABs.
IMINT: Immediate 24/7 SAR/EO collection on the GRAU Arsenal and key military airfields (Shaykovka, Chkalovsk).
HIGH - REFINED
RF C-UAS Hunter-Killer C2: Specific C2 nodes, operational frequency bands, and exact movement patterns of RF C-UAS hunter-killer teams targeting UAF operators.
SIGINT: Focused collection on suspected RF forward C2 networks in Kharkiv and Donetsk Oblasts.
MEDIUM - NEW
RF Response to Energy Strikes: Detailed analysis of power grid rerouting and energy reserve mobilization within the RF central power system following the Vladimirskaya strike.
OSINT/HUMINT: Monitor RF energy ministry statements and local utility reports.
7. ACTIONABLE RECOMMENDATIONS
J3 (Air) / J2 (Targeting): STRATEGIC AD DEPLOYMENT. Given the confirmed escalation of the RF deep strike capability (Shahed 4x increase) and the impending retaliatory strike, prioritize repositioning mobile AD assets (e.g., NASAMS, Gepard) to create a denser air defense umbrella specifically over the Dnipro/Kirovohrad logistics hubs for the next 48 hours. (CRITICAL PRIORITY - FORCE PROTECTION)
J3 (SSO/Maneuver): DEFEND POKROVSK CORRIDOR. Task UAF SSO and Air Assault units (DSHV) currently active in the Pokrovsk sector (as evidenced by DSHV/Hayabusa activity) to execute Counter-Reconnaissance and Ambush Patrols (CRAP) along the known reinforcement GLOCs to neutralize RF просачивание and C-UAS hunter teams. (HIGH PRIORITY - TACTICAL STABILITY)
J4 (Logistics): POWER GRID MITIGATION. Due to confirmed localized blackouts (Sumy) and the systemic risk, immediately implement backup power generation protocols for critical water pumping stations and telecommunications nodes in the frontline Oblasts (Kharkiv, Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk) to maintain CNI resilience during the anticipated RF strike. (HIGH PRIORITY - CNI RESILIENCE)