Archived operational intelligence briefing
DTG: 241900Z NOV 25 REPORTING PERIOD: 241830Z NOV 25 – 241900Z NOV 25 OPERATIONAL AXES: POKROVSK (GLOC EXPLOITATION IMMINENT) / ODESA (AD SATURATION PHASE 4) OVERALL THREATCON: CAT-4 (OPERATIONAL RISK: SEVERE AND IMMINENT)
The enemy (RF) is in the final preparation phase for the anticipated NLT 240000Z ballistic strike, marked by intensifying, layered AD saturation efforts across the South and North-East. Confirmed power outages in multiple Odesa districts due to persistent UAV activity confirm RF intent to maximize infrastructure damage and strain UAF AD resources immediately before the main strike. The critical operational vacuum along the Pokrovsk M-30/T-05-15 Ground Line of Communication (GLOC) remains the central vulnerability, compounded by reported systemic stress on UAF reserves across multiple axes.
Weather remains permissive for all aerial and reconnaissance operations across the primary operational axes.
UAF AD continues active engagement against low-cost threats (UAVs/Shahed), but high expenditure risk is sustained. RF is demonstrating effective synchronization between kinetic operations and informational warfare (IO) efforts targeting UAF command decision-making.
CAPABILITY: RF maintains robust deep strike, ground maneuver (fixation operations near Gulyaipole), and sophisticated multi-domain IO capacity. (CONFIDENCE: HIGH) INTENTION (IMMEDIATE, 0-3 hours):
The shift to actively targeting regional power distribution nodes (Odesa) prior to the ballistic window demonstrates RF optimization toward maximizing kinetic paralysis. RF is also proactively reinforcing internal narratives through high-profile arrests and official displays of support for frontline troops (Kadyrov, 241834Z), insulating their domestic rear before the kinetic escalation. (CONFIDENCE: HIGH)
Frontline supply remains consistent with offensive operations, particularly in the Zaporizhzhia and Pokrovsk sectors. RF domestic IO indicates reliance on veteran integration programs ("Time of Heroes") to manage personnel needs.
RF strategic C2 remains highly synchronized, integrating the deep strike mission, fixation operations (Zaporizhzhia), and diplomatic IO pressure (Geneva/US political environment). (CONFIDENCE: HIGH)
POSTURE: Defensive, prioritizing critical infrastructure protection (CIP) and maintaining anti-exploitation posture at Pokrovsk. READINESS: Tactical readiness remains high in AD units; however, internal reporting confirms operational stress (Sternenko, 241848Z) and systemic human resource allocation problems persist, degrading long-term combat sustainability in frontline brigades.
SUCCESSES: Confirmed UAF counter-UAV operations launched towards Crimea and Krasnodar Krai (241842Z), indicating active deep fire shaping operations and initiative. Successful debunking of RF propaganda regarding control of Kostiantynivka (241840Z). SETBACKS: Confirmed infrastructure damage and power loss in Odesa due to persistent UAV attacks. Critical operational stress reported in sectors outside of Pokrovsk/Gulyaipole, indicating wider strain on reserve capacity.
REQUIREMENT: Urgent requirement to implement the personnel allocation priority system to support depleted combat units. Immediate logistical support prioritization to stabilize the critical operational stress identified in secondary sectors. CONSTRAINT: Continued reliance on volunteer/NGO funding (Khartiya Brigade 241606Z) to meet essential military procurement needs suggests state logistical mechanisms remain constrained or sub-optimal.
RF IO is actively attempting to shift the narrative away from UAF diplomatic success (Geneva) and towards internal friction and impending US abandonment (TASS 241821Z, OpZ 241832Z). The goal is to maximize NCA hesitation in the hours leading up to the ballistic strike. (CONFIDENCE: HIGH)
Public morale in the South is tested by the power outages and strikes (Odesa). However, active UAF counter-propaganda and the clear demonstration of sovereignty in negotiations provide key resilience factors.
RF is attempting to revive the threat of diplomatic paralysis using US political dynamics (Trump/White House narrative). The UAF STRATCOM must immediately counter this by leveraging the Geneva success to maintain international unity. The noted 'silence' from Russian political figures on sanctions suggests RF believes the current kinetic action will dominate the international conversation. (CONFIDENCE: MEDIUM)
RF simultaneously achieves the kinetic destruction of the primary UAF J-FIRE C2 node (via ballistic strike) and successfully exploits the resulting confusion to secure a tactical lodgment on the M-30/T-05-15 Pokrovsk GLOC, isolating defending forces at Rodynske and preventing effective, coordinated counter-attack authorization.
| Timeframe | Event/Decision Point | Triggering Indicator | Status/Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| 241900Z - 242100Z | CRITICAL: SHORAD/MRAD Reallocation. | Peak drone saturation rate over Odesa/Kharkiv. | ACTION: J-AIR must resist the urge to deploy strategic interceptors outside of critical C2/J-FIRE protection zones, regardless of localized power loss (Odesa). |
| 241930Z | Pokrovsk GLOC Defense Activation. | Confirmation of RF ground element presence (dismounted infantry/armored recon) on M-30/T-05-15. | EXECUTION: Authorize pre-planned counter-mobility fires (HIMARS/Artillery) along identified RF approach vectors to deny confirmation of GLOC vulnerability. |
| 242200Z | Ballistic Strike Window Opening. | Conclusion of predicted AD saturation phase. | EXECUTION: J-AIR maintains strict WEAPONS HOLD on strategic interceptors against anything other than confirmed ballistic threats. All C2 personnel must be in hardened, redundant command posts. |
| Priority | Gap Description | Collection Requirement (CR) | Confidence (Analysis) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL (1) | RF Tactical Intent Pokrovsk GLOC. Confirmation of RF force disposition (40th/155th OMBR) movement/staging areas and timing of ground exploitation push along M-30/T-05-15. | UAS/ISR (24/7): Continuous real-time EO/IR surveillance of the M-30/T-05-15 corridor and 10km radius for RF ground movement indicators. | HIGH |
| CRITICAL (2) | Ballistic Targeting Confirmation. Final identification of the primary C2/J-FIRE node targeted for the NLT 240000Z strike (e.g., specific facility ID in Dnipropetrovsk vs. Zaporizhzhia). | ELINT/EW: Focused monitoring of RF launch preparation C2 links for final guidance commands and target acquisition system activation. | HIGH |
| PRIORITY (3) | Status of 7-B MOD C2/EW Assets. Precise geolocation and damage assessment of surviving high-value equipment/personnel from the assumed interdicted Plan 7-B MOD. | HUMINT/SIGINT/PR: Dedicated effort to monitor emergency transponders/secure SATCOM bursts in the area of assumed interdiction. | MEDIUM |
OPERATIONAL (J3/J5): IMMEDIATE GLOC DENIAL ACTIONS (POKROVSK).
C2 AND FORCE PROTECTION (J6/J3): HARDEN AGAINST BALLISTIC STRIKE.
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS (STRATCOM): NEUTRALIZE IO PARALYSIS.
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