Posted on 02/24/2024 5:59:01 AM PST by 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.
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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, October 17, 2024
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairperson Dmitry Medvedev claimed on October 17 that Russian forces have recruited roughly 78 percent of their annual recruitment goal thus far in 2024. Medvedev did not specify Russia’s total contract service recruitment goal, however.[51] Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree in September 2024 establishing the intended staffing of the Russian military at 1.5 million combat personnel, a 350,000 increase from a similar decree in 2023.[52] Medvedev stated on July 4 that Russian forces had recruited about 190,000 new contract soldiers in 2024 and that about 1,000 people sign contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) daily, a decrease from Medvedev’s October 2023 claim that 1,600 people sign military service contracts with the MoD daily.[53]
The Russian MoD stated on October 17 that Russian and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) People’s Liberation Army (PLA) warships entered Qingdao Port in the PRC and will remain there until October 20 following joint naval patrol exercises.[54]
https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-october-17-2024
See inside Ukraine’s secret drone unit hitting targets inside Russia
Ukrainian defense intelligence is using long range drones to hit targets over a thousand miles away, inside Russian territory. CNN’s Fred Pleitgen gained exclusive, unprecedented access to a unit carrying out the remote attacks. See inside the preparation and execution of a mission by the GUR unit, targeting what they believe to be a store of Iranian-delivered weapons at a depot in southwestern Russia
https://edition.cnn.com/2024/10/16/world/video/exclusive-ukraine-drone-unit-ldn-digvid
7 min video
“Either Ukraine will have nuclear weapons, and then it will be a defense for us, or Ukraine will be in NATO. NATO countries are not at war today. All people are alive in NATO countries. And that is why we choose NATO over nuclear weapons.” - President Zelensky.
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1846909481310994586
Joe Blogs reports that Russian manufacturing (PMI, as reported by S&P) is now contracting (September), despite the wartime economy Defense purchases - the first decline in total manufacturing since April 2022.
One interesting inflection, has been net layoff of workers, apparently because of a shortage of adequately skilled candidates.
Producer prices are still growing at a rate of 10%, although that is down from almost 20% in February, producer prices in 2024 overall are growing on par with the high (about 10%) rate of 2023.
Transportation costs have been growing, the cost of capital has increased significantly, and domestic civilian demand has declined. Reductions in productivity, new orders and staffing level.
🚨Update: Ukraine is working on a dirty nuclear bomb, having all the means to do this at its disposal, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of the Russian Security Council, warned! pic.twitter.com/pvbL2YQ7Fx— US Civil Defense News (@CaptCoronado) October 18, 2024
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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[ Ukrainian Secure a Strategic Victory. 50,000 Russian Troops Tricked & Diverted ]
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Today [ Oct 18 ], there are a lot of updates from the Kursk direction.
In a pivotal shift, Ukrainian forces halted a major Russian attempt to encircle their troops in the Kursk region & faced the dilemma of launching a high-risk pincer attack on Novoivanivka. As the battle intensifies, both sides are racing against deteriorating weather conditions, which will impact the broader operations in this volatile area.
As previously analyzed, Russian forces have recently made advances deeper into the main Ukrainian salient in Kursk Oblast. Initially, they attempted to push from the lowlands near Snagost toward Liubymivka, with the goal of reaching Malaya Loknya and cutting off Ukrainian troops positioned to the north, near Korenevo. However, this effort ultimately failed.
If we look at the topographic map, we can see the main reason why this attempt failed: Ukrainian forces strategically allowed the Russians to advance through the lowlands while maintaining control of the surrounding high ground. This positioning created a deadly “kill zone,” where Russian troops were exposed to concentrated Ukrainian fire from elevated positions, severely limiting their advance and resulting in significant losses.
Recognizing their earlier mistake, Russian forces adjusted their strategy for the 2nd wave of attacks, this time advancing through the highlands. A paved road from Korenevo provided rapid access to the elevated terrain, minimizing exposure to fire from both sides. In an extremely risky maneuver, Russian forces chose to bypass initial Ukrainian positions without engaging, driving deep into the salient.
The gamble partially paid off, as despite losing half of their armor and personnel along the road, they succeeded in capturing several settlements. However, a swift Ukrainian counterattack quickly retook key positions in Leonidovo and Novoivanovka. Despite this success, the Ukrainian command opted not to fully reclaim all lost territory, choosing a more cautious approach to conserve resources.
It is important to recognize that Korenevo has emerged as a key logistical hub, receiving a substantial influx of Russian reinforcements. The total number of Russian troops in the region has surged from 30,000 to 50,000, with Korenevo playing a critical role in supporting these forces. This reinforcement is largely due to the need for rerouting much of Russia’s logistics in the eastern Kursk sector through Korenevo, following the destruction of key bridges and pontoon crossings over the Seim River.
The loss of these critical infrastructure points has forced Russian supply lines to adapt, making Korenevo a vital node for sustaining their operations. Initially, the Ukrainian command considered launching a pincer attack from both the south and north to encircle Zelenyi Shlyakh and the surrounding salient.
However, 2 key factors prompted a reconsideration of this strategy.
First, adverse weather conditions - heavy rains, strong winds, and dense fog - severely impacted Ukrainian drone operations, neutralizing a critical advantage in reconnaissance and assault support. Throughout the war, Ukrainian forces have excelled in drone warfare, pioneering innovations in both defensive and offensive roles, using drones not only for reconnaissance, but also as integral components of assault operations and infantry support.
However, in recent days, weather conditions, including winds reaching up to 46 kph, have rendered drone use impossible, temporarily erasing Ukraine’s aerial advantage. This disruption has directly affected operations like the planned encirclement of Zelenyi Shlyakh and its surrounding salient, forcing the Ukrainian command to adapt to the changing tactical landscape.
Secondly, from a tactical standpoint, an attack from the northern pincer would expose Ukrainian forces to potential counterattacks from the Korenevo road. This highway offers the Russians a rapid deployment route, allowing them to quickly reinforce positions. With Ukrainian reconnaissance capabilities hindered by poor weather, there was an increased risk of surprise Russian assaults on any Ukrainian units attempting to encircle the settlement. In light of these risks, the Ukrainian command opted for a more cautious approach.
Instead of risking exposure, they chose to push Russian forces out of Novoivanivka with a direct frontal attack, while establishing a defensive line anchored by nearby settlements, ensuring a more secure and controlled advance.
Recent geolocated videos show Ukrainian paratroopers from the 95th Separate Assault Brigade conducting operations in the area, primarily targeting infantry groups from Russia’s 155th Naval Infantry Brigade. The footage highlights the precision and effectiveness of the Ukrainian forces, particularly during a devastating ambush on a Russian infantry fighting vehicle.
Notably, the videos also capture the dense fog and poor weather conditions that have persisted in the region for several days, further illustrating the challenges faced by both sides. In a grim context, the paratroopers did not take any Russian prisoners of war during these counterattacks. This decision stems from a previous incident in which Russian forces executed all 9 captured Ukrainian drone operators.
It’s important to emphasize that holding Russian territory at all costs is not a primary concern for Ukrainian forces. The Ukrainian command has already accomplished key strategic objectives, including diverting 50,000 Russian troops away from other critical front-line areas and shifting the battle onto Russian soil, rather than in the Sumy region.
With these goals achieved, Ukrainian leadership is now focused on preserving personnel and equipment while maintaining the current pressure, prioritizing long-term effectiveness over territorial gains in these specific areas.
An important additional factor driving intensified Russian counterattacks, is the looming onset of poor weather, which is likely to restrict battlefield maneuvers. The Russian military may be eager to push Ukrainian forces out of Kursk Oblast before these conditions set in, as deteriorating weather could lead to more static, positional warfare.
This would give Ukrainian forces additional time to entrench themselves deeper within their main salient and strengthen their defensive positions. A better-fortified Ukrainian presence in Kursk Oblast would not only make it more difficult for Russian forces to push them back across the border, but could also lead to significant destruction of Russian settlements in the region, as fighting becomes more entrenched and drawn-out.
Overall, while Russian forces have managed some advances by taking advantage of strong winds and challenging weather, Ukrainian forces are adapting their tactics to the evolving situation. They are carefully balancing the need to maintain pressure on Russian offensives, while preserving their own combat assets and operational effectiveness.
The worsening weather introduces a new layer of complexity to the battles, potentially favoring Ukrainian defensive operations by slowing Russian advances, but also complicating offensive maneuvers for both sides.
https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1847258786001465513
2:29 video at the link.
https://x.com/Maks_NAFO_FELLA/status/1846967550749409450
If they are counting half the losses, then dead amounts to 150,000.
What a blessed little war for these United States.
“Jump in Russia’s losses: what is known about Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine by mid-October”
“Based on open data, the BBC, together with the publication Mediazona* and a team of volunteers, was able to establish the names of 74,014 Russian soldiers who died during the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Over the past three weeks, we have once again begun to see a sharp increase in publications about Russians killed in the war. On average, about 1,000 soldiers are confirmed dead each week. This does not mean that they all died in the last seven days: many obituaries date the deaths as early as 2024 or even earlier in the war.
But the rate of loss growth in recent weeks is higher than the weekly averages for 2022 and 2023.
The increase in casualties may be the result of offensive operations by Russian forces in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, such as the assault on Vuhledar, which was captured by early October, and the assault on Pokrovsk, where fighting continues.”
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“The actual toll is likely much higher than can be determined through open sources. Military experts we interviewed suggest that our analysis of Russian cemeteries, war memorials, and obituaries may account for between 45% and 65% of the real death toll.
This is partly because the bodies of a significant number of soldiers killed in recent months may still be on the battlefield. Removing them would require additional risks to the health of surviving soldiers who could be hit by drone strikes. In many cases, evacuation is temporarily abandoned.”
https://www.bbc.com/russian/articles/c5ywndyjjx0o
The Second Army of the Universe needs help from the NORKS.
“The Republic of Korea (South Korea) has confirmed that North Korea has sent around 10,000 troops to Ukraine to fight alongside Russian troops. This has been confirmed by South Korean intelligence.”
https://x.com/Tendar/status/1847266546000732216
Such a beautiful sight.
“Russian servicemen show the aftermath of the strike on their large position in the forest. Equipment, bunkers, and all property of the Russian servicemen have been successfully destroyed.”
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1847217383317876793
Can’t wait for the dead bodies to be shipped back to Pyongyang.
“Footage is circulating online, allegedly showing North Korean soldiers training in Russia.
The head of the HUR, Budanov, reported that Russia plans to send 2,600 soldiers to Kursk by November 1.”
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1847204271210574233
Very unfortunate
“A vehicle exploded in the Luhansk city centre. It is likely that the target was a high-ranking collaborator.”
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1847200807482954184
“Warriors of the 46th Airmobile Brigade repelled a Russian attack by a column of 33 vehicles in the Kurakhove direction.
Artillery and drone systems destroyed 5 tanks and 10 BMPs.”
https://x.com/wartranslated/status/1847200054509015077
CLUSTERed
“A HIMARS strike with cluster munitions hit a gathering of Russian motorcyclists in the Zaporizhzia regio, Operational Command South reports. “
https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1847259167389581619
“For the second time in three days, a Russian APC packed with infantry takes a direct hit from a Ukrainian tank in the Kursk region. The spectacle is commented on by Ukrainian soldiers watching from a control room.”
https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1847237936145686926
“Satellite images reveal the aftermath of the attack on the 67th GRAU arsenal in Karachev, Bryansk Oblast. Two storage facilities have been confirmed destroyed. “
https://x.com/NOELreports/status/1847217609424445635
After thinking about it for awhile, I think Zelensky is correct.
Ukraine needs to be admitted to NATO or Ukraine needs to develop nuclear weapons. Maybe 20-30 nukes that can destroy much of RuZZia.
Indicted War Criminal Little PUkin set the world on this path. Ukraine must see it through.
https://x.com/GloOouD/status/1847179562053972366
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