Don’t let Putin blackmail you, Zelensky warns allies & Ukraine launches major attack on Russian Black Sea bases
Jul 18, 2024
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Journalists and correspondents discuss the fighting in Krnky, Ukraine's major attack on Russian Black Sea bases, President Zelensky's warnings, and Russian 'meat wave attacks'. They also cover diplomatic events, recruitment drives in Ukraine, and reflections on military challenges.
Ukraine launched a major attack on Russian Black Sea bases using drones and cruise missiles.
Russian 'meat wave attacks' involve overwhelming soldiers with no regard for injuries.
788 Ukrainian troops went missing in Krinky village due to heavy fighting.
Challenges in countering GPS jamming highlight the need for rapid adaptation in military tactics.
Deep dives
Ukraine Launches Aerial and Naval Drone Attack on Russia's Black Sea Bases
Ukraine conducted a major aerial and naval drone attack on Russia's Black Sea bases, resulting in loud explosions reported by residents in Sevastopol and Crimea. Moscow's defense ministry reported downing 33 air drones and 10 maritime drones aiming for Crimea, alongside air raids in Novorossiysk. Ukrainian naval drones previously hit Novorossiysk, causing fires.
Ukraine Withdraws from Orozhina Village Due to Devastation
Ukraine confirmed the withdrawal of forces from Orozhina village in the east, which was last summer's target and recently recaptured. The decision to withdraw was made to protect personnel due to extensive destruction caused by enemy attacks. Russia's recent attacks used drones and cruise missiles across various regions, resulting in casualties in some areas.
Missing Soldiers and Intense Fighting in Krinky Village
An investigation revealed that up to 788 Ukrainian troops went missing in the Krinky village area due to ongoing heavy fighting. Soldiers engaged in defending Krinky faced confusion and chaos, with hundreds of families awaiting confirmation on their loved ones' status. The area's devastation led to troops retreating, with fighting shifting to islands near Krinky.
Russia's 'Meat Wave Attacks' and Ukrainian Soldiers' Struggles
Russian 'meat wave attacks' involve overwhelming numbers of soldiers treated as expendable assets, leading to repeated assaults on Ukrainian defenses. Russian forces have shown a disregard for soldiers' injuries, sending severely wounded personnel back into battle. Ukrainian soldiers reported facing injured Russians staggering into battle, indicating the desperate numbers employed by Russia.
Escalating Tensions in Ukraine's Recruitment Drive and Violent Attacks
Reports highlighted tensions in Ukraine's recruitment drive, with violent incidents such as the bombing of a recruitment center in Butsk, Lviv, and a shooting of a deserter attempting to cross borders. There are instances of Ukrainian soldiers forced to fight injured and prisoners of war used as human shields, reflecting the strain on Ukraine's military resources.
General Saltzman's Insights on GPS Jamming in Conflict
General Saltzman discussed the challenge of countering GPS jamming in conflict, emphasizing the need for rapid adaptation and training in response to enemy tactics. Russia's ability to jam GPS signals impacts the use of munitions like Scallabar and High Miles Wyvis supplied to Ukraine. The complexity of learning lessons and adapting tactics in peacetime versus conflict settings poses strategic challenges for military forces.
Final Reflections and Future Reporting
As tensions and conflicts escalate, ongoing monitoring of recruitment drive tensions and soldier conditions in Ukraine is crucial. Reports of Russian tactics like 'meat wave attacks' demand continued investigation. The evolving challenges faced in countering GPS jamming underscore the importance of rapid adaptation and countermeasure development for modern military forces.
Today, we look at the fighting around Krnky on the left bank of the Dnipro river, we’re live at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire where Volodymyr Zelensky is meeting European leaders and we discuss Russian so-called ‘meat assaults’
Contributors:
David Knowles (Journalist). @djknowles22 on X.
Dom Nicholls (Associate Editor, Defence). @DomNicholls on X.
Iona Cleave (Foreign Breaking News Reporter). @iona_cleave on X.
Verity Bowman (Foreign Reporter). @VerityBowman on X.
Joe Barnes (Brussels Correspondent). Barnes_Joe on X.
