Archived operational intelligence briefing
DTG: 240400Z NOV 25 REPORTING PERIOD: 240400Z NOV 25 – 240800Z NOV 25 (Projection) OPERATIONAL AREA: POKROVSK AXIS (C2 ATTACK PHASE) OVERALL THREATCON: CAT-2 (C2 FRAGMENTATION RISK: EXTREME)
The operational environment remains defined by the transition from heavy RF kinetic pressure (KAB/Ballistic) to integrated Electronic Warfare (EW) and Cognitive Attack. UAF forces executing Plan 7-B MOD are currently in the most vulnerable phase: dispersal and establishment of the Initial Defense Line (IDL) while under intense C2 interdiction threat.
Confirmation of local RF air defense alerts being canceled (Artamonov, 240310Z) suggests the predicted NLT 240000Z massed ballistic strike may have been aborted or delayed. This temporary reduction in strategic kinetic threat reinforces the assessment that the immediate battle focuses entirely on neutralizing UAF tactical command capability along the Pokrovsk axis.
Clear, stable weather persists. This favors RF ISR/UAV operations, which are essential for guiding precision fire against UAF units that break EMCON protocols in response to RF EW/PSYOP. (CONFIDENCE: HIGH)
RF: Fully postured for the C2 Attack Phase. Dedicated EW assets (likely Krasukha/Ler-3) are confirmed active in the sector perimeter, prepared to flood tactical VHF/UHF nets. RF maneuver elements (40th/155th OMBR) are initiating forward reconnaissance (RECCE) probes. UAF (Plan 7-B MOD): Dispersed, attempting to maintain EMCON Level 2 while organizing the IDL. The integrity of internal C2 networks (Starlink/LPI links) is the key vulnerability.
Capability: RF is effectively synchronizing deep Strategic Information Operations (SIOP) with localized Electronic and Physical exploitation. This synchronization is their current primary offensive capability. (CONFIDENCE: HIGH) Intention (Next 4-8 Hours): Achieve operational fragmentation of Plan 7-B MOD by leveraging jamming, targeted propaganda, and aggressive ground RECCE.
Recent Tactical Adaptations: The likely abortion or indefinite delay of the massed ballistic strike (NLT 240000Z) indicates two possibilities:
RF logistics remain strained by deep strikes (Kstovo indicator), but the immediate tactical logistics for EW/RECCE forces are secure. The effectiveness of FPV strikes against RF transport (Colonelcassad, 240330Z claims) suggests continued attrition on both sides in the logistical chain. (CONFIDENCE: MEDIUM)
RF C2 is demonstrating high synchronization across domains. The primary threat vector remains the RF's ability to isolate UAF tactical C2 through jamming (CRITICAL GAP 2). (CONFIDENCE: HIGH)
POSTURE: Defensive consolidation. Forces must transition from kinetic threat avoidance training to EW/PSYOP resistance doctrine. Unit leaders must be prepared for decentralized operations (Mission Command). READINESS: Readiness is contingent upon the successful implementation of EMCON Level 2. Failure to adhere risks immediate detection and kinetic targeting.
SUCCESS: Deep strike capability (Kstovo) forces RF resource diversion. The apparent non-occurrence of the massed ballistic strike (NLT 240000Z) potentially frees high-value UAF AD assets. SETBACK: Plan 7-B MOD is highly vulnerable to RF RECCE probes (40th/155th OMBR) while establishing the IDL.
CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: Rapid deployment and integration of mobile Electronic Warfare Support Measures (ESM) assets to localize and jam high-power RF sources targeting UAF C2. CONSTRAINT: Maintaining CRITICAL GAP 1 (Plan 7-B MOD Integrity) assessment while minimizing radio signatures severely limits real-time blue force tracking (BFT) by UAF higher commands.
The RF SIOP has intensified its focus on undermining international support (Dempster-Shafer belief 0.05).
UAF morale is stressed by the synchronization of intense tactical pressure and high-level diplomatic uncertainty (Geneva IO). The perceived stability of Western backing is now a critical vulnerability. RF internal IO (supporting SVO participants) is secondary, focused on solidifying domestic support rather than affecting the front line.
RF IO successfully leveraged perceived instability in US commitment and European frustration (TASS, 240327Z/240333Z). This messaging is designed to delay or condition future aid packages crucial for UAF sustainment.
(HIGH CONFIDENCE)
(HIGH CONFIDENCE) RF successfully isolates the UAF tactical C2 elements of Plan 7-B MOD. Decentralized UAF sub-unit commanders, lacking reliable confirmation from higher command and exposed to localized PSYOP broadcasts, fail to coordinate the IDL. RF RECCE (Spetsnaz/light motorized) identifies critical gaps in the unformed IDL, triggering a rapid, unhindered exploitation phase toward Pokrovsk. This allows RF to bypass the fixed defenses at Rodynske and achieve operational penetration.
| Timeframe | Event/Decision Point | Triggering Indicator | Status/Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240400Z - 240500Z | Confirm C2 Hardening Success. | Less than 10% report rate of total loss of digital comms (Starlink/LPI). | CRITICAL WINDOW: If C2 reports >10% loss, decentralize command immediately. |
| 220500Z - 240700Z | RF RECCE Contact & IDL Integrity Test. | First tactical contact (small arms/light artillery) between RF RECCE and Plan 7-B MOD elements. | Decision Point: Initiate immediate, aggressive counter-RECCE action and deny RF ground observation points (GOPs). |
| 240700Z - 241000Z | Strategic AD Re-tasking. | Confirmed status/non-threat of the previously predicted massed ballistic strike (NLT 240000Z). | Decision Point: Re-task high-value AD interceptors (Patriot/SAMP-T) from anti-ballistic posture to protect J-FIRE nodes from CAS/Cruise missile strike. |
| Priority | Gap Description | Collection Requirement (CR) | Confidence (Analysis) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL (1) | Plan 7-B MOD C2 Status. Confirmation that commanders are maintaining EMCON Level 2 and successfully using anti-jamming/secure comms. | HUMINT/CEWI: Immediate, high-priority request for brief status check (pre-determined burst communication only) from designated senior unit commanders (Battalion/Brigade). | HIGH |
| CRITICAL (2) | RF EW Emission Centers. Precise geographical location and power output of RF jamming sources along the Pokrovsk axis (M-30 corridor). | SIGINT: Dedicated airborne/ground-based Direction Finding (DF) sweeps to map the EW threat environment. | HIGH |
| PRIORITY (3) | Strategic Strike Status. Definitive confirmation of whether the NLT 240000Z ballistic strike was aborted or successfully intercepted/missed targets. | IMINT/TECHINT: Review of Dnipropetrovsk/Zaporizhzhia C2 nodes (previous target) for damage assessment. | MEDIUM |
The primary mission is C2 survival and denial of RF exploitation.
C2 AND EW DEFENSE (J6 / J3): IMPLEMENT DECENTRALIZED COMMAND DOCTRINE.
COUNTER-ISR / COUNTER-RECCE (J2 / J3): DENY RF EYES ON TARGET.
AIR DEFENSE RE-TASKING (AIR FORCE / J-3): SWIFT READJUSTMENT OF AD PRIORITIES.
STRATEGIC IO (STRATCOM): DEFLECT INTERNATIONAL PRESSURE.
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