Kharkiv Oblast News

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Ukraine Ousts Brigade and Corps Chiefs Over Frontline Logistics Failures

Ukraine’s General Staff dismissed the commander of the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade and the head of the 10th Corps due to alleged shortcomings in frontline support and lost positions, following published concerns about severely emaciated soldiers in Kharkiv Oblast. The removals—Taras Maksimov taking over the brigade and Artem Bohomolov becoming the new corps commander—were described as part of broader performance issues, with an internal investigation underway. Logistics remain strained by constant Russian shelling of crossings on the Oskil River, prompting shipments to be delivered by boats and drones as authorities work to normalize supply to combat positions.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#10th-corps #14th-separate-mechanized-brigade #kharkiv-oblast

conflictwar2 years ago•9 min saved

"Russia's Onslaught in Kharkiv Oblast: New Brigade Faces Heavy Brunt"

Inexperienced troops from the newly formed 32nd Separate Mechanized Brigade in Ukraine's Kharkiv Oblast are facing a grueling battle against professional Russian troops with superior firepower. The brigade, made up of former civilians with limited training, lacks experienced warfighters, equipment, and support. The NATO training they received in Germany did not adequately prepare them for the realities of the conflict in Ukraine. The Russian forces in the area are well-equipped and use advanced technology, including drones, to monitor and target Ukrainian troops. The Ukrainian soldiers face constant surveillance and are demoralized by the feeling of being constantly watched. The casualties have been high, and the soldiers are struggling to hold the line against Russian attacks.

via Kyiv Independent|

#32nd-separate-mechanized-brigade #conflictwar #inexperienced-troops

international-conflict2 years ago•5 min saved

Escalating Tensions: Russia's Massive Buildup and Counterattacks in Ukraine

Ukrainian military leaders express concern over a massive Russian buildup near Kharkiv Oblast, with an estimated force of over 100,000 personnel, 900 tanks, and 555 artillery systems. The Russians are actively transferring additional forces and means to the area, aiming to break through Ukrainian defenses and force them to rebalance their resources. Ukraine has made progress in its counteroffensive, but a Russian breakthrough in Kharkiv Oblast could derail their plans. The ZALA Aero Group is developing the next generation of suicide drones, capable of forming swarms for coordinated attacks. A new image shows a Russian glide bomb carried by an Su-24M Fencer combat jet. Ukrainian Defense Intelligence Directorate posts a video showing Chechen fighters ambushing Russian trucks. An up-armored Leopard 2A4 tank is spotted in service with Ukraine, and another high-ranking Russian officer is reportedly killed in Ukraine.

via The War Zone|

#counteroffensive #international-conflict #kharkiv-oblast

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10 tonnes of Russian ammunition and anti-aircraft system found in Ukraine's Kharkiv Oblast

The State Bureau of Investigation in Ukraine discovered a cache of Russian ammunition and an anti-aircraft system in the Velykyi Burlul district of Kharkiv Oblast. The weapons, which included anti-tank grenades, mines, grenade launchers, and cluster munitions, weighed over 10 tonnes and belonged to the motorised rifle regiment of the 11th Army Corps of the Coastal Troops of the Russian Federation. The weapons were seized by the SBI and are being prepared for transfer to one of the Armed Forces brigades.

via Yahoo News|

#ammunition #anti-aircraft-system #conflict

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10 tonnes of Russian ammunition and anti-aircraft system found in Ukraine's Kharkiv Oblast

The State Bureau of Investigation in Ukraine discovered a cache of Russian ammunition and an anti-aircraft system in the Velykyi Burlul district of Kharkiv Oblast. The weapons, which included anti-tank grenades, mines, grenade launchers, and cluster munitions, weighed over 10 tonnes and belonged to the motorised rifle regiment of the 11th Army Corps of the Coastal Troops of the Russian Federation. The weapons were seized by the SBI and are being prepared for transfer to one of the Armed Forces brigades.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#ammunition #anti-aircraft-system #conflict