Ukraine War Update NEWS: Pt 1 - Overnight & Other News
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"They've not, for the first time either. They've, uh, they've cycled through a number of those bits of kit."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:40⏩
Jonathan welcomes everyone, mentioning he is currently on holiday and will be using a different microphone setup for this update.
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🪦 DISCLAIMER FOR GENERAL STAFF LOSSES DATA
- These are real people with real lives and real families who love them. Don’t let the numbers sap your humanity.
- These numbers probably aren’t accurate but they’re the best we have and we don’t need them to be accurate to be indicative of patterns of activity.
- All losses are estimates. Losses cannot be counted with accuracy because of the conditions on the ground.
- Both sides would see it to be of their advantage to minimize their own losses maximize the other side’s losses.
- Neither side releases their losses but we have enough transparency from the Ukrainian side to have confidence in they are indicative.
- Personnel losses are hard to count. If a soldier gets injured, heals up, and returns to the front line only to get injured again, is that one loss or two? Also, how to deal with losses from PMC’s or soldiers fighting with RF from occupied territories?
- Equipment losses are hard to count. If an AA complex involves several parts and one part gets disabled, is that a loss, or a fraction of a loss? If a tank gets disabled, repaired, back into the fight, then disabled again, is that one lost tank or two?
- All recorded losses are vulnerable to multiple reporting. We have already seen numerous cases of multiple drones in the air reporting the same loss from different angles as multiple engagements.
- Losses are not always reported on the same day they occurred. It is frequent that drone losses are reported at least 24 hours after other terrestrial equipment losses. Certain losses may not be reported for days or weeks for military intelligence reasons.
Russian and Ukrainian Losses - 05/08/2024
🎦 00:47-04:52⏩
Jonathan begins by recapping the loss figures from the previous day (05/08/2024), as he was unable to cover them in a timely manner. He details both the Ukrainian General Staff's figures for Russian losses and Oryx's visually confirmed losses for both sides. He notes:
- The significance of high Russian personnel and artillery system losses, exceeding the daily average.
- Ukrainian losses included several Western-supplied vehicles, including Bradley IFVs.
- The Russian losses included an Su-34, which is significant due to its capabilities.
Russian and Ukrainian Losses - 06/08/2024
🎦 04:52-10:08⏩
Jonathan presents the loss figures from the 6th of August, drawing comparisons with the previous day's data. He states:
- The Ukrainian General Staff reported a lower number of Russian losses across several categories, including personnel, tanks, and artillery systems, suggesting potentially reduced activity on the front lines.
- Oryx's data indicated Ukrainian losses included radar systems and a Leopard 105 tank, with several losses attributed to Lancet loitering munitions.
- He highlights a significant Russian loss - a Zoopark counter-battery radar system, which he describes as a "massive loss" due to its cost and capabilities.
- Jonathan acknowledges the difficulty of providing detailed mapping analysis whilst away on holiday.
Morozovsk Airbase Update & Aftermath
🎦 10:08-12:12⏩
Jonathan provides an update on the aftermath of the recent strike on Morozovsk Airbase, noting:
- The Ukrainian military released satellite imagery confirming the destruction of at least one Su-34 fighter-bomber and damage to two others.
- The imagery also shows damage to other areas of the airbase, including the vaporised ammunition facility.
- Jonathan details reports from PS-0101, a Ukrainian military source, regarding the destruction of a Su-34, a warehouse containing weapons, and an enemy aviation arsenal.
- Footage from the ground shows the types of ammunition that were destroyed, including FAB-500s, ODAB-500s, KAB-500s, KAB-1500s, and R-73 air-to-air missiles.
- Jonathan emphasises the importance of targeting enemy aircraft and munitions.
Rostov-on-Don Submarine, S-400 System & Overnight Missile/Drone Attacks
🎦 12:29-13:27⏩
Jonathan discusses several developments, including:
- Reports suggesting two Ukrainian Atacms missiles struck the Rostov-on-Don submarine in Sevastopol and an S-400 air defense system near Flotskaya. He notes additional evidence supporting the claim that the Rostov-on-Don was sunk.
- Confirmation that the previous night (04/08-05/08) saw no Russian missile attacks, with Ukrainian air defense successfully shooting down all 24 attacking drones two nights prior.
Overnight Missile and Drone Attacks on Kyiv & Kharkiv
🎦 13:27-18:18⏩
Jonathan reports on overnight attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv, highlighting:
- Confirmation from various sources, including Tim White, that four ballistic missiles were fired at Kyiv, with two being intercepted by air defense. He notes 15 out of 16 attack drones were shot down.
- Footage showing the impact site of a missile or drone strike in Kyiv.
- Reports of damage in Kharkiv, including a hospital, caused by Russian strikes. Jonathan speculates about the potential use of S-300 systems in these attacks.
- Footage showing damage to buildings in Kharkiv from ballistic missile strikes.
Possible Ukrainian Offensive in Kursk: Evidence & Analysis
🎦 18:18-22:27⏩
Jonathan covers a potential Ukrainian offensive in the Kursk region of Russia, summarising:
- The Russian claim that they shot down 26 Ukrainian drones in the region, with the governor of Kursk releasing photos showing damage to buildings.
- Local claims contradicting the official Russian line and suggesting the Ukrainian incursion was not fully repelled.
- Reports and footage from various sources, including residents and military channels, indicating ongoing fighting in the region.
- Jonathan suggests the potential involvement of groups such as the Freedom of Russia Legion and the Russian Volunteer Corps, drawing parallels with previous tactics employed by both sides.
Cholera Outbreak in Crimea
🎦 22:27-23:01⏩
Jonathan finishes the news portion of the update with a report of a cholera outbreak in Crimea, which is being downplayed by Russian authorities. He mentions beach closures in Fyodosia and reported cases in other areas, highlighting the potential impact on Russia's attempts to generate tourist income.
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Wrap up
🎦 23:01-23:26⏩
Jonathan signs off, mentioning the possibility of creating additional videos covering military aid and geopolitical developments later in the day, despite being on holiday. He thanks his viewers for watching.
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🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand
I am unsure about the meaning of the phrase "cycled through" in the context of losing military equipment. Does it mean that Russia has already lost a significant number of Zoopark radars in the past, implying this recent loss is not the first time they have exhausted their supply of these systems?
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