Archived operational intelligence briefing
DTG: 231240Z NOV 25 REPORTING PERIOD: 230001Z NOV 25 – 231240Z NOV 25 PREPARED FOR: J2/J3 Operations Center, UAF General Staff
STATUS: CRITICAL. RF forces (40th/155th OMBR) maintain high kinetic pressure along the Pokrovsk / Myrnorhad Axis. The M-30/T-05-15 Ground Line of Communication (GLOC) remains the decisive operational objective for RF forces. Key Constraint: The window for effective reserve commitment to interdict the RF penetration along the GLOC will close NLT 231300Z. Confidence: HIGH
Clear, cool conditions persist. No environmental factors are currently restricting high-altitude ISR or RF strategic launch platforms. Forward area ground visibility is adequate. Confidence: HIGH
RF DISPOSITIONS (Group "West"): Fire preparation is sustained. Strategic missile package priming confirmed (2652th GRAU assets). RF continues pre-strike counter-C2/EW activity near Kostiantynivka. Kinetic exploitation of the breach is imminent, synchronized with the anticipated strategic strike. UAF CONTROL MEASURES: AD assets are postured for ABM defense. The J3/Reserve Command is currently in the operational decision cycle regarding the activation of Plan 7-B due to the unconfirmed status of Task Force Raven (TFR).
Capability: RF retains the capability to execute a synchronized Multi-Domain Operation (MDO) involving strategic precision strike, mechanized maneuver exploitation, and high-impact hybrid/IO warfare. Intentions (Confirmed):
Observed RF Constraints: Reports from pro-RF sources indicate that the use of high-caliber, high-value indirect fire platforms, specifically the 2S4 ‘Tulpan’ self-propelled mortar, is being suppressed by UAF drone activity. (Fact/Judgment). This suggests UAF drone saturation is effectively reducing RF heavy fire support along certain axes, forcing greater reliance on strategic missiles and forward-deployed mechanized fire. Observed RF Intent Confirmation: Hardline statements from Russian Duma deputies (Zhuravlev) explicitly reject any adherence to a U.S.-brokered "truce" or "peace plan." (Fact). This reinforces the RF commitment to MDCOA objectives irrespective of diplomatic posturing. Confidence: HIGH (Intentions, Constraints)
Strategic logistics readiness (2652th GRAU) remains high for missile fire mission execution. Tactical logistics for the 40th/155th OMBR are assessed as sufficient to sustain the high-tempo push towards the M-30 GLOC. Confidence: HIGH
RF C2 remains effective and focused on a synchronized kinetic-information outcome. UAF deep strikes continue to test RF energy/logistics C2 (confirmed attacks on Zugres and previous strikes). Confidence: MEDIUM (Due to UAF deep strikes, but HIGH for the Pokrovsk Axis operational control).
POSTURE: CRITICAL. The operational center of gravity remains the J3/Reserve Command execution timeline. Reserves must be committed or positioned NLT 231300Z. READINESS: UAF operational readiness is constrained by the UNCONFIRMED STATUS OF TFR. Reliance on pre-planned contingency (Plan 7-B) is now operationally mandatory.
Successes:
Setbacks:
CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: Immediate order issuance for Plan 7-B execution NLT 231245Z. CRITICAL CONSTRAINT: TIME and Decision-Making Cycle.
RF IO is actively attempting to create a political wedge through the "Trump Plan" narrative. NEW DEVELOPMENT: RF political elite statements (Duma Deputy Zhuravlev) inadvertently confirm that RF would immediately violate any proposed truce. (Fact). Recommendation: This intelligence must be immediately integrated into UAF StratCom messaging to pre-empt RF efforts to use the strategic strike to force political concessions.
Public morale is strained by missile strikes (Ternopil civilian casualties) and rear-area hybrid attacks (Odesa TCC). However, high-quality, continuous combat footage from forward units (SBS/Madyar, Skelia 425) provides necessary counter-narrative, focusing on RF human and material losses. Forward morale is assessed as HIGH. Rear area confidence is MEDIUM-LOW.
RF IO strategy is designed to erode international confidence by demonstrating UAF C2 collapse post-strike. The immediate UAF response must be characterized by decisive military action (reserve commitment) and firm political rejection of concessions.
(HIGH CONFIDENCE)
(HIGH CONFIDENCE)
The J3/Reserve Command fails to issue the definitive reserve commitment order (Plan 7-B activation) by 231300Z. The RF strike successfully delays/degrades forward C2 and logistics planning for over 6 hours. RF maneuver elements exploit the GLOC breach, forcing a localized operational withdrawal or potential encirclement of critical UAF forward defenses. This tactical victory is politically weaponized by the RF IO apparatus, potentially triggering an irreversible political crisis and leading to a significant loss of international material support.
| Timeframe | Event/Decision Point | Triggering Indicator | Status/Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| NLT 231245Z (J2/ISR) | Confirmation/Rejection of TFR Operational Readiness. | Dedicated ISR fails to confirm TFR operational readiness or location. | CRITICAL - NOW. |
| NLT 231245Z (J3/Reserve Command) | EXECUTION ORDER Plan 7-B. | If TFR status is unconfirmed. | CRITICAL - IMMEDIATE EXECUTION MANDATORY. |
| 231300Z - 231330Z (Air Force/AD) | Expected RF Missile Impact Window. | SIGINT confirmation of mass launch. | IMMINENT THREAT. |
| Priority | Gap Description | Collection Requirement (CR) | Confidence (Pre-Analysis) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL (1) | Task Force Raven (TFR) Status/ETE. | IMMEDIATE UAV/EW ISR: Continuous high-resolution search for TFR signature/movement toward the M-30. TFR status must be resolved NOW to inform J3/J4 logistical support. | LOW |
| CRITICAL (2) | RF Strategic Missile Type (2652th GRAU): Confirmation of specific missile type (Kinzhal vs. Kalibr) to optimize AD interceptor allocation during the 1300Z window. | SIGINT: Focused monitoring of 2652th/260th GRAU communication streams for final launch sequencing. | MEDIUM |
| HIGH (4) | RF Spetsnaz/Sabotage Activity (Kostiantynivka): Confirmation of specific RF infiltration coordinates along the M-30 GLOC axis. | IMINT/HUMINT: Increased monitoring (drone patrols) of known infiltration corridors (5-10km range) targeting the GLOC. | LOW |
J3/Reserve Command: IMMEDIATE EXECUTION ORDER FOR PLAN 7-B.
J2/Forward Units (SBS/UAS Command): GLOC SECURITY OVERWATCH.
Air Force/AD Command: AD CONSERVATION AND C2 NODE PROTECTION.
STRATCOM/NCA: IMMEDIATE IO COUNTER-STRIKE.
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