https://x.com/front_ukrainian/status/1816346443273080987
Posted on 02/24/2024 5:59:01 AM PST by SpeedyInTexas
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“What’s a “free traitor”?”
That is his play on words, likening advocating free trade (being a Free Trader), with fundamentally selling out the interests of the Nation (being a Traitor).
The last time Oregon went Republican for president was in 1984.
Don’t forget the microwave ovens and deliverereries and you know the ***** is a millionaire 😂
Reporting From Ukraine:
https://www.youtube.com/@RFU/videos
Reporting From Ukraine Uncensored Combat Footage (from this and past Reports) is found on Telegram:
https://t.me/RFUEnglish or @RFUEnglish
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The complete transcript.
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[ Russian Friendly Fire Allows Ukrainians to Semi-Encircle the Town of Hlyboke ]
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Today [ July 24 ], there are a lot of updates from the Kharkiv direction.
Intense clashes continue in the northern Kharkiv region, and significant developments have unfolded particularly around the settlement of Hlyboke, where Ukrainian forces have launched a series of tactical counterattacks.
Here, Ukrainian forces have demonstrated renewed offensive capabilities, capitalizing on apparent weaknesses in Russian defensive lines. Reports from Russian analysts indicate that Ukrainian units are conducting regular counterattacks near Hlyboke, with notable advances from the southwest.
In a significant tactical gain, Ukrainian forces have recaptured territory on the northern outskirts of Hlyboke, precisely an agricultural enterprise, which occupies an area of approximately half a kilometer by half a kilometer. This operation involved deploying reserve units to the front line, showcasing Ukraine’s ability to reinforce and exploit local opportunities.
The intensity of the Ukrainian counteroffensive is evident in their night-time operations. As darkness falls, Ukrainian formations, supported by armored vehicles, launch repeated assaults on Russian positions near the football field in Hlyboke. This pattern of attacks suggests a deliberate strategy to probe and exploit vulnerabilities in Russian defenses.
Geolocated footage has corroborated these reports, showing elements of the Russian 155th Naval Infantry Brigade engaging Ukrainian positions north of Hlyboke. The first video shows a reconnaissance team approaching the area on various motorcycles and quads, taking advantage of the tree lines cover.
Once in range, they perform an FPV drone attack on the area of the agricultural enterprise recently captured by Ukrainian forces. A second video also shows a Russian attack on this same area, this time by using a self-propelled howitzer system.
The fact that Russian forces are striking these areas indicates that Ukrainian troops have successfully regained these positions, marking a shift in territorial control. Ukrainian forces are not limiting their operations to northern Hlyboke alone. They have also initiated attacks in the western parts of the village. Russian sources characterize these as raids aimed at identifying weak points in Russian defensive lines, suggesting a broader tactical approach by the Ukrainian command.
These operations west of the settlement have even included airstrikes. A short video released by Ukrainian air force shows an attack with two Western glide bombs on one of the areas still controlled by Russian forces.
Moreover, reports have emerged claiming a concentration of Ukrainian forces in Lyptsi, south of Hlyboke, which has not gone unnoticed by Russian observers.
This build-up may indicate preparations for further operations or an attempt to create pressure points along the front. Russian analysts have expressed concerns about the sustainability of their offensive operations in the Kharkiv direction. They cite insufficient troop numbers, estimating the Russian Northern Grouping of Forces to have only 30,000 to 70,000 personnel.
This force is deemed inadequate for a significant breakthrough of Ukrainian defenses to a depth of 40 kilometers, highlighting the strategic challenges faced by Russian command. The analyst concluded that the Russian military command needs to adopt a defensive posture in the Kharkiv direction, due to a lack of necessary forces to sustain offensive operations, and cited poor planning as the main reason for this shortage of forces.
And as if this were not enough, internal issues within Russian ranks are further complicating their operational effectiveness. Ukrainian sources report that recently rotated Russian units are struggling with coordination and communication.
This has led to alarming instances of friendly fire, particularly during night operations, where Russian forces have reportedly engaged their own troops, due to disorientation and poor communication between units.
Ukrainian tactics compound the Russian difficulties. Ukrainian soldiers report successful interdiction of Russian supply and evacuation efforts, utilizing automatic grenade launchers and FPV drones to inflict casualties during these vulnerable moments. Despite these setbacks, the Kremlin still claims its commitment to establishing a “security zone” in Kharkiv Oblast.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov recently reaffirmed that operations to this end will continue until Russian forces achieve their objectives, framing it as a measure to protect Russian border settlements. This corroborates reports that the Russian military command is regrouping troops in an effort to continue offensive operations in the Kharkiv direction.
Overall, the situation in Hlyboke direction remains highly dynamic. Ukrainian forces have demonstrated their ability to conduct effective counteroffensive operations, exploiting gaps in Russian defenses and capitalizing on enemy coordination issues. However, the Russian efforts to maintain their presence in the region despite their precarious situation suggest intense fighting will likely continue in the coming weeks.
The insufficient Russian troop numbers, as reported by their own sources, may present further opportunities for Ukrainian decisive advances in the zone.
Ukraine’s Acoustic Drone Detection Network Eyed By U.S. As Low-Cost Air Defense Option
Ukraine’s network of nearly 10,000 acoustic sensors has been highly effective and the U.S. Army is interested in copying it.
https://www.twz.com/air/ukraines-acoustic-drone-detection-network-eyed-by-u-s-as-low-cost-air-defense-option
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They put about 9,500 of these within their nation and now they get very accurate information that is synthesized in a central computer and sent out to mobile fire teams,” Hecker said. “And on an iPad, they get a route of flight of these one-way UAVs coming in, and they have a triple-A [anti-aircraft artillery] gun and a person with six hours of training can shoot these down.
Patching these units together with early warning of drone locations is a force multiplier that has proven so successful the U.S. and allies have independently tested it as they look to develop ways of providing greater situational awareness over large swathes of airspace without breaking the bank. Countering the waves of drone threats they could face from adversaries like Russia and China, and also Iran and North Korea, requires non-traditional thinking, and this system certainly fits the bill.
Putin has made a Yugo competitor; the man is an absolute genius!
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Kremlin snuff box, 07/25/24
https://t.me/s/kremlin_secrets
The second Aurus, given by Putin to Kim Jong-un, also broke down
Incredible bad luck. Three weeks ago we learned that the engine cooling system of the Aurus car had failed [ https://t.me/kremlin_secrets/4322 ], which was presented to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un during Vladimir Putin’s visit to the country.
This time, information was received that there were problems with the second car, which was presented by the Russian president to his North Korean counterpart in February of this year. They say the air conditioner is malfunctioning. And this allegedly greatly upset Kim Jong-un.
Here it would be worth recalling the President’s plans [ https://t.me/kremlin_secrets/4380 ] to transfer our officials to domestic cars. Perhaps when they drive Russian-made cars, quality problems will arise less often.
https://x.com/front_ukrainian/status/1816346443273080987
Civilian control of the military in Russia.
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Kremlin snuff box, 07/24/24
https://t.me/s/kremlin_secrets
Why did Belousov prohibit the military from using smartphones at the front? Three important points:
On Wednesday, July 24, the State Duma, in the second and immediately in the third reading, adopted amendments to the bill on disciplinary measures, which now allow commanders of military units to send military personnel to the guardhouse for using telephones. Formally, the ban existed before, but now it is possible to send someone to a guardhouse even without a decision from the garrison court.
This caused justifiable indignation among military and paramilitary bloggers. We decided to draw your attention to three key details in this whole story.
Firstly, the deputies are indeed slightly out of touch with reality. This vote is a clear indicator that many do not understand the realities of the current war and ... They either do not come into contact with the military at all, or this communication is not enough. Obviously, deputies should come to the front more often and communicate with real Heroes, and not just with apparatchiks from the Ministry of Defense.
Secondly, the idea of toughening punishments right now was supported by Defense Minister Belousov. The bill was introduced to the State Duma a year and a half ago, but it was voted on only after Belousov came to power. In this way, he wants to strengthen not only discipline in the army, but also his, albeit small for now, authority among the generals and senior officers.
However, the thoughtlessness of such a decision only shows what happens when a military department is run by a civilian. By the way, according to one version, Belousov was in favor of such a ban also so that unpleasant facts from the life of military men would become public knowledge less often.
Thirdly , the military will certainly sabotage the implementation of this norm. Because there is nothing to do without smartphones in the North-West region. This includes combat control, communications, and a number of other functions. But this decision of the State Duma gives unit commanders a free hand.
And this can provoke conflicts. After all, the commander can, without any particular reason, send a soldier or officer he dislikes to the guardhouse. And everything will be within the law. For some reason the Ministry of Defense did not think about this.
The deputies are also silent. That is, against the backdrop of sabotage by the military, commanders gained incredible leverage over ordinary soldiers and officers. And this is very dangerous, because service in the Northern Military District zone is already extremely stressful.
Why add fuel to the fire is not entirely clear.
The pic below shows the flight paths of ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and shahed drones.
The data is collected and disseminated in real-time.
Very interesting.
https://x.com/front_ukrainian/status/1816203682737688668
HAWKs are effective against aircraft, cruise missiles, and shahed drones.
“Former President Trump is narrowly leading Vice President Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, in several battleground states, and the two are tied in Wisconsin, according to a new set of polls.
The survey released by Emerson College Polling and The Hill on Thursday found Trump leading Harris by 5 points in Arizona, 49 percent to 44 percent; by 2 points in Georgia, 48 percent to 46 percent; by 1 point in Michigan, 46 percent to 45 percent; by 2 points in Pennsylvania, 48 percent to 46 percent; and tied with her at 47 percent in Wisconsin. “
This is RuZZia and China’s destiny as well.
BRICS, RICKS, DICKS.
“Japan’s population falls for 15th year in a row
Births hit a record low, deaths a record high.”
“Japan’s total population marked the 15th straight year of decline, according to government data released Wednesday, dropping by more than a half-million people as the population ages and births remain low.
Births in Japan hit a record low of 730,000 last year. The 1.58 million deaths last year were also a record high. Japan’s population was 124.9 million as of Jan. 1.”
“Japan’s population is projected to fall by about 30%, to 87 million by 2070, when four out of every 10 people will be 65 years of age or older.”
15 going once.... Do I hear 14?
‘More than 10,500 athletes from some 200 countries will participate in the Olympic Games in Paris, but only 15 of them will be from Russia. They will compete without the accompaniment of the Russian flag or its national anthem.
Back in Russia, the competition will not be shown on television for the first time since 1984. And state TV is paying little attention to the Games, other than to point out flaws in the Games in commentary that smacks of sour grapes.”
Purifying RuZZian Society
“State Duma deputy Viktor Sobolev calls on parliament to tighten the rules for cowards and traitors, and “ruthlessly exterminate them.” According to him, it is necessary to introduce the same disciplinary rules as during the Second World War.”
https://twitter.com/wartranslated/status/1816390921904112089
Good RuZZians
“Soldiers of the 23rd Separate Battalion of the 63rd Mechanized Brigade used ground kamikaze drones to attack enemy positions in the Lyman direction.”
https://twitter.com/NOELreports/status/1816478414397673951
And Jon Boy and the other RuZZian Boys on FR will proclaim it a great victory.
On to Berlin!
“British General Roly Walker believes it will take Russia five years to capture the Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions, potentially costing the Russian army 1.8 million soldiers.”
https://twitter.com/NOELreports/status/1816478085434536153
and now jet skis...
“What is said to be a Ukrainian jet ski filled with explosives washed ashore near Istanbul, Turkey, according to local media.”
https://twitter.com/NOELreports/status/1816462565997744606
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