UK Defence Intelligence, as reported by European Pravda referencing the UK Ministry of Defence intelligence review on September 25th, has stated that Russian occupying forces are conducting unsuccessful local counterattacks in an attempt to hinder the offensive operations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
According to the intelligence assessment, the Russian occupiers are exerting substantial efforts to hold back Ukrainian forces along both the Orikhiv and Bakhmut fronts. Nevertheless, Ukrainian troops successfully repelled these attacks on both fronts and maintained control over recently liberated territories.
UK Defence Intelligence also highlighted comments from members of the Russian military community expressing deep dissatisfaction with these counterattacks, particularly in the Bakhmut region. These Russian forces were reported to have undertaken poorly planned offensive operations, faced a lack of artillery support, and suffered significant casualties, as documented by UK intelligence.
The intelligence report underscores that, over the past nine months, the Russian occupying forces in Ukraine have demonstrated their capability for sustained defensive operations but have proven ineffective in carrying out offensive actions.
In a quote from the report, it is noted, "It [the Russian force] continues to display only minimal capability on the offensive. Commanders struggle to orchestrate complex joint effects, concentrate sufficient artillery ammunition, and maintain high morale and offensive spirit."
As background information, a previous review by UK Defence Intelligence analyzed the shortage of petrol and diesel fuel in the Russian Federation and its potential consequences for other nations.
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