Attack On Europe: Documenting Russian Equipment Losses During The 2022 Russian Invasion Of Ukraine (2 year anniversary)

ORYX ^ | Since February 24, 2022 and daily | ORYX

[SpeedyInTexas]

This list only includes destroyed vehicles and equipment of which photo or videographic evidence is available. Therefore, the amount of equipment destroyed is significantly higher than recorded here. Loitering munitions, drones used as unmanned bait, civilian vehicles and derelict equipment are not included in this list. All possible effort has gone into avoiding duplicate entries and discerning the status of equipment between captured or abandoned. Many of the entries listed as 'abandoned' will likely end up captured or destroyed. Similarly, some of the captured equipment might be destroyed if it can't be recovered. When a vehicle is captured and then lost in service with its new owners, it is only added as a loss of the original operator to avoid double listings. When the origin of a piece of equipment can't be established, it's not included in the list. The Soviet flag is used when the equipment in question was produced prior to 1991. This list is constantly updated as additional footage becomes available.

[ansel12]

The East-West Battle for Serbia
https://www.realcleardefense.com/articles/2024/10/11/the_east-west_battle_for_serbia_1064433.html

[PIF]

**Location an height of record turret toss revealed.**

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
[ You need to have the Telegram app to view the larger videos. ]

The complete transcript.

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[ Ukraine Launches a Space Program for Russian Soldiers ]

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Today [ Oct 11 ], there are a lot of new developments in the Lyman direction.

Here, Russian forces have intensified their offensive in the Zherebets sector, concentrating on the Nevske area, but this push has triggered strong Ukrainian counterattacks to the south. In recent days, multiple failed Russian mechanized assaults have resulted in heavy losses, including the destruction of various “Turtle” tank variants, underscore the effective use of advanced drone warfare.

Interestingly, the recent capture of Nevske was not intended as a springboard for a southward advance, but rather as part of a broader strategy to disrupt Ukrainian supply lines by threatening the nearby bridge.

Geographical constraints play a critical role in Russian planning, as Nevske’s position in the lowlands makes it unsuitable for massing forces, and any troop movements along the river would be highly exposed to Ukrainian fire.

Acknowledging these limitations, Russian command has shifted focus. Instead of advancing from Nevske, they aim to exploit the disruption to Ukrainian logistics by launching a main assault from the highlands, specifically from the fields near Torske, where the terrain is more favorable and Ukrainian defenses may be weakened by supply issues.

Recent developments have underscored significant tactical advantages for Ukrainian forces, despite Russian efforts to disrupt their logistics near Nevske. While the threat to a key bridge presents challenges, the region’s intricate road network allows Ukraine to maintain multiple supply routes, preserving their operational flexibility.

Additionally, the overextension of Russian lines has become a critical weakness. Russian armored units must travel up to 20 kilometers to reach attack positions, giving Ukrainian forces ample time for early detection and preparation. This extended approach leaves Russian units vulnerable to ambushes and long-range strikes, further exacerbating their logistical difficulties.

Ukrainian forces have successfully capitalized on their ability to deploy key assets from a secure depth. Drone operators and artillery units, unconstrained by frontline logistical challenges, retain full combat effectiveness even when positioned west of the river. This capability, coupled with advanced drone warfare tactics and precise artillery coordination, enables them to swiftly and efficiently counter Russian maneuvers, maintaining a decisive edge in response times and operational flexibility.

In recent days, Russian forces have renewed mechanized assault attempts toward Torske. Geolocated footage reveals the involvement of various armored vehicles, including a T-72B3M, a T-80BV “Turtle” variant, an APC-82A, and at least one additional BMP in the offensive. Ukrainian forces, notably the 63rd and 60th Separate Mechanized Brigades, with artillery support from the 40th and 45th Brigades, successfully repelled the attack, halting the Russian advance.

The effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare was on full display during this engagement. Reconnaissance drones detected the Russian advance early, enabling FPV drone operators to precisely target Russian armored vehicles.

One particularly striking moment was the destruction of a Russian “Turtle” tank, with its turret catapulted nearly 75 meters into the air, equivalent to the height of a 22-story building.

This incident exemplifies a growing trend: Ukrainian FPV drone operators have refined their techniques for destroying these “Turtle” tanks along the entire front line. This development has significantly undermined one of Russia’s most unconventional military innovations since the war began.

A spokesperson for a Ukrainian brigade in the Lyman sector reported that Russian forces have amassed armored vehicles and reinforced their ranks with poorly trained personnel to resume assault operations. This lack of training likely contributed to the swift and decisive failure of the recent Russian offensive.

To add to their challenges, Russian forces have struggled in heavily forested areas, such as the Kreminna forest, where mechanized assaults are nearly impossible. This terrain plays to the strengths of Ukrainian forces, whose superior preparation is evident. In recent days, Russian activity in the area has reportedly decreased, allowing Ukraine to intensify pressure with attacks along the forest line.

Geolocated footage captured a devastating Ukrainian strike using grenade-dropping drones equipped with thermal cameras, which obliterated Russian troops unable to defend against the aerial assault.

Overall, the Russian strategy of disrupting Ukrainian logistics by capturing the Nevske bridge has had limited impact on Ukraine’s defensive capabilities in the Lyman direction. Ukraine’s robust defense is bolstered by a flexible road network, overextended Russian supply lines, and the ability to deploy key assets from secure positions at a distance. These strengths, combined with technological superiority in drone and artillery warfare, allow Ukrainian forces to detect, track, and engage Russian units well before they reach their attack positions.

Additionally, Ukrainian forces are showing significant resilience in the forests near Kreminna. With these advantages and the impending onset of the muddy season, Ukrainian forces continue to demonstrate remarkable determination to defend this crucial sector of the frontline.

[PIF]

North Korea Wading Deeper Into Russia’s War Against Ukraine
Ukraine Situation Report: North Korea is sending troops to assist Russia with attacks on Ukrainian cities while Ukraine strikes back against weapons storage areas.
https://www.twz.com/news-features/north-korea-wading-deeper-into-russias-war-against-ukraine

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Secretive X-37B Spaceplane to Use Aerobraking Maneuvers to Rapidly Change Orbit
New details about the latest X-37B mission showcase its high maneuverability and underscore long-standing questions about its capabilities.
https://www.twz.com/space/secretive-x-37b-spaceplane-to-use-aerobraking-maneuvers-to-rapidly-change-orbit

[PIF]

Russia’s Anti-Satellite Nuke Could Leave Lower Orbit Unusable, Test Vehicle May Already Be Deployed
New info has emerged from U.S. officials about Russia’s nuclear anti-satellite weapon and a test satellite that may be associated with it.
https://www.twz.com/space/russias-anti-satellite-nuke-could-leave-lower-orbit-unusable-test-vehicle-may-already-be-deployed

[ansel12]

60 seconds.
Russian military might - soberly explained.
https://x.com/olex_scherba/status/1844329696785465844

[BroJoeK]

gleeaikin: "Regarding comment #7,074, I wonder if someone will actually succeed in eliminating Alexander Dugin."

"Eliminating" is not the right word, since at this point Dugin's ideas will live on in one form or another regardless of his individual fate.
Discrediting Dugin's ideas is what needs to happen, and that would begin with Russia's humiliation in Ukraine.

Can it happen? Who knows?

Here is a list of Dugin's books:

1. Konspirologija (1993)
2. Foundations of Geopolitics: The Geopolitical Future of Russia (1997)
3. Eurasian Mission: An Introduction to Neo-Eurasianism (2005)
4. The Fourth Political Theory (2009)
5. Last War of the World-Island: The Geopolitics of Contemporary Russia (2010)
6. Putin vs Putin: Vladimir Putin Viewed from the Right (2012)
7. The Theory of a Multipolar World (2012)
8. Martin Heidegger: The Philosophy of Another Beginning (2013)
9. Political Platonism: The Philosophy of Politics (2019)
10. The Great Awakening vs the Great Reset (2021)

Some Dugin themes are found in all his books, others have evolved over time.
Among the consistent themes is a geopolitical dualism pitting "Atlanticism" of western style democracies against "Eurasianism", a geopolitical block lead by Russia and opposed to "Atlantic" democracies, especially the US.

Yes, Dugin can seem somewhat sympathetic while criticizing modern "liberalism", which we call "progressivism" or "woke" -- since US conservatives consider traditional/"classical" liberalism (freedoms, free markets, limited government) as the foundations of conservatism and also as impossible to find in modern "progressive" or "woke" ideologies.

Nevertheless, Dugin's critiques of modern progressives in no way make him "the enemy of my enemy is my friend", far from it.
Regardless of how accurately Dugin criticizes progressives, he comes at it from a very different place than traditional US conservatism or even, arguably, from today's populism.
Plus, while Dugin is fearless in condemning western "oppression", he has nothing but kind words for Russia's traditional highly authoritarian aggressiveness such as we see in Vladimir Putin and his invasion of Ukraine.

Final point: Dugin's most recent book, "The Great Awakening vs the Great Reset" (2021) pits two fantasies against each other -- the "Great Reset" from Davos in 2020 and an imaginary "Great Awakening" which, if it happened, would be the fifth.

In reality, the Davos 2020 "Great Reset" is nothing more than slick advertising repackaging a grab-bag of old ideas, none of them particularly threatening, or even measurable.
And the "Great Awakening" that Dugin fantasizes has nothing to do with the previous four, while everything to do with Dugin's support for highly authoritarian and aggressive neo-tsarist "Russkiy Mir" politics.

"Putin's brain", Alexander Dugin:

[JonPreston]

There is only one reason that Volodymyr Zelensky is asking for a ceasefire now.

He knows the honeypot is about to come to an end.

Over $200 billion dollars of American taxpayer dollars in aid and equipment which could have been easily resolved by diplomacy.— Steve 🇺🇸 (@SteveLovesAmmo) October 10, 2024

[FtrPilot]

⚡️Ukrainian Defenders have destroyed a Russian Mi-8 helicopter in the Kharkiv direction - General Staff.

https://x.com/Gerashchenko_en/status/1844637234886070393

[BeauBo]

Thanks for that overview of Dugin.

Well done.

[Mr. Lucky]

The Ukranian defenders, apparently, haven't gotten the word that: IT'S OVER.

(Well, at least it is for the Russian helocopter crew)

[SpeedyInTexas]

“Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Sirsky, reported on October 10 that Russia had redeployed 50,000 troops to the Kursk sector, weakening other fronts, including Zaporizhia, Kherson, and Kramatorsk. According to him, this shift has made it easier for the Ukrainian Defense Forces to carry out defensive operations.”

https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1844658891193209034

[SpeedyInTexas]

Its OVER. Bay of Pigs. Corruption. Globalhomo. Biolabs.

“By the end of the year, Germany will deliver a €1.4 billion military aid package to Ukraine, Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced during a meeting with Zelensky.

The package will include air defense systems, drones, howitzers, and more. Additionally, Scholz pledged another €600 million in military assistance for Kyiv.”

https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1844727716094018003

[SpeedyInTexas]

“France will supply 12-20 Mirage 2000-5F jets to Ukraine by Q1 2025. The aircraft, originally designed for air policing, will be adapted for multi-role combat, including the ability to fire SCALP-EG cruise missiles. Ukrainian pilots, mechanics, and gunsmiths will undergo intensive training, and the jets will be repainted in Ukrainian colors before deployment. “

https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1844634483737362749

[FtrPilot]

The drone takedown continues.

In a short period, Ukrainian forces have shot down 145 Russian reconnaissance UAVs, including 45 Zala, 15 Orlan, and 17 Supercam drones.

https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1844761393179861188

[BeauBo]

Ruble death watch resumed.

Steep declines through September against all major currencies. Dropped about 15% against the Yuan and the Rupee.

The penny ruble (100 rubles to the dollar) last year caused Putin and the Russian Central Bank to impose harsh currency controls on Russian businesses (forced ruble buying), and resume intervening in the currency market to buy rubles, and shore up that currency’s price.

Well it seems that the effectiveness of those interventions culminated, and the ruble has resumed its decline. From a recent high of 85.5 rubles to the dollar on August 4th, it fell to 98 to the dollar on October 9th - flirting with the penny ruble again.

The Russian Central Bank dove in yesterday to pull it back to 96, but it is fighting a strong tide of fundamentals, and seems to be running low on foreign currency reserves to keep doing enough to overcome market forces.

The volume of trades in the ruble market is dramatically less than it used to be, but the Central Bank’s inability to keep the ruble propped up (even in this much thinner market) since secondary sanctions were imposed in June, and especially over the last two months, probably indicates that they just did not have enough foreign currency to keep intervening enough. Running low on bullets.

Normally, a weak currency helps exporters, but Russian exports are overwhelmingly commodities, that are priced in other currencies, especially Dollars. The weakening ruble definitely hurts Russian consumers.

[FtrPilot]

After 4 days, the fire at the oil facility in Feodosia which was attacked by Ukraine was extinguished. Initial reports claim that around 9 oil tanks completely burned out and another 4 were damaged.

https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1844774176927719767

[BeauBo]

“After 4 days, the fire at the oil facility in Feodosia which was attacked by Ukraine was extinguished.”

I wonder if there were secondary waves of attacks over those days, like there were in the other long burning facility - shoot, look, shoot - keep it burning.

[marcusmaximus]

Medvedev is drunk again and insulting President Trump on Twitter.

[PIF]

Medvedev is drunk again and insulting President Trump on Twitter.

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Obviously a big Kamala supporter and donor.

[BeauBo]

Joe Blogs today (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CQLTlfmQQI ):

“Chinese Stock Markets. The CSI 300 has performed poorly over the past 3 1/2 years and was recently trading at its lowest level for 5 years. In order to address this the Chinese Authorities announced a Stimulus Package on 24th September and following this the Stock Market Index rose more than 30% in less than 2 weeks. However the Stimulus looks to have lost its power and over the past 5 days the markets have fallen by around 13%.”