Update – Disastrous Ukraine Counter-Offensive! “1.500 Troops, 28 Tanks, 4 Ammo Depots Destroyed”
By VT -Fabio G. C. Carisio - June 5, 2023
Last Report by Russian Defense Ministry on Donbas Failed Attempt.
UPDATE ON JUNE, 6, 2023 – 1 AM CET
The Russian armed forces have destroyed 1,500 Ukrainian troops that were attempting to attack and 8 German-made Leopard tanks, the Russian Defense Ministry (MOD) said on Tuesday, according to TASS Russia News Agency.
“Total losses of Ukrainian troops in the southern Donetsk Region area were more than 1,500 Ukrainian servicemen, 28 tanks, of them 8 German-made Leopard tanks, 3 wheeled French-made АМХ-10 tanks, and 109 armored fighting vehicles,” the ministry said (video on tanks destroyed below and full detailed statement at the bottom of this article).
Two ammunition depots of the 24th Mechanised Brigade of the AFU has been destroyed near Dzerzhinsk (Donetsk People’s Republic), one of the AFU 60th Motorised Infantry Brigade has been destroyed near Malinovka (Kharkiv region), and another of AFU 126th Brigade of the Territorial Defence of Ukraine near Nikolskoye (Kherson region).
This is the first Russian answer to the counter-offensive launch by the Kyiv regime in Donbas.
A top Ukrainian diplomat says that Ukraine has enough weapons for the counter-offensive
Ukraine has enough weapons to launch a counter-offensive, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba told Reuters on Monday.
“We (already) unlocked all weapons <…> There is nothing big left to fight for,” he was quoted as saying. However, the minister did not answer the question of whether Ukraine has already started its counter-offensive, saying that what matters most is not when it started but that it brings victory for Ukraine.
He also said that Kyiv has received no “official complaints” from its allies over the activities of Ukrainian sabotage groups in Russia’s Belgorod Region.
Deputy head of the Ukrainian presidential office Igor Zhovkva told The Times on Saturday that Ukraine needed more artillery and armored vehicles for a successful offensive. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelemsky said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal earlier that Kyiv was ready for a counter-offensive, but various scenarios were possible.
The topic of Ukraine’s possible offensive has been floating in the mass media for months. Russia’s foreign ministry said earlier that the West’s speculations about Ukraine’s counter-offensive only prove its direct involvement in the conflict.
Ukraine Large-Scale Offensive in Donbas (video). “Attempt Failed,” the Russian Defense Ministry said
POSTED ON JUNE, 5, 2023 – CET
The Ukrainian armed forces failed to achieve success in a large-scale offensive on five front sectors in the south Donetsk area, official spokesman of the Russian Defense Ministry Lieutenant General Igor Konashenkov said.
“The adversary launched a large-scale offensive from the morning of June 4 on five sectors of the front in the south Donetsk area by bringing into action 23rd and 31st mechanized brigades from strategic reserves of the Ukrainian armed forces with support from other military units and teams,” the spokesman said.
“The adversary’s objective was to break through our defense on the most vulnerable front sector, in its opinion. The enemy failed to perform its tasks and had no success,” Konashenkov noted.
The MOD said that Ukraine had deployed the 23rd and the 31st mechanized brigade from its “strategic reserves,” which were supported in battle by other units.
“As a result of skilled and sophisticated action of the Battlegroup East, the Ukrainian armed forces lost more than 250 persons, 16 tanks, three mechanized infantry combat vehicles, and 21 combat armored vehicles,” Konashenkov stressed.
He particularly noted that Chief of General Staff Army General Valery Gerasimov was at one of the frontline command posts in this area.
The ministry released a video of what it said were strikes on Ukrainian military vehicles.
Ukrainian President Volodimyr Zelensky said on Saturday that Kiev was ready to launch its long-planned counteroffensive and that the military could not wait “for months.” The deputy head of his office, Igor Zhovkva, however, said the same day that his country had still not received enough weapons and ammunition to mount a successful campaign.
Kyiv has recently stepped up the artillery and drone attacks on Russian cities, including a UAV raid on Moscow last week. The Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday evening that the troops had repelled an armed incursion into the Belgorod Region, which shares a border with Ukraine.
The Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK) and the ‘Freedom of Russia’ Legion – two pro-Kyiv groups made up of fighters with neo-Nazi backgrounds – claimed responsibility for that attack and similar forays into Russian territory that took place throughout this spring.
Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gudkov wrote on his Telegram channel early Monday morning that a drone strike had started a fire on “an energy infrastructure site.” He added that there were no casualties and no power outages.
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History and events about the Kakhovka Dam by ChatGPT
The Kakhovka Dam, also known as the Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant, is a major dam located on the Dnieper River in Ukraine. Here are some key historical events and facts related to the Kakhovka Dam:
- Construction: The construction of the Kakhovka Dam began in 1950 and was completed in 1956. It was built to harness the hydroelectric power potential of the Dnieper River and to provide irrigation for agricultural purposes.
- Purpose: The primary purpose of the Kakhovka Dam is to generate electricity and provide irrigation water to the surrounding regions. It plays a crucial role in Ukraine's power generation and agricultural sectors.
- Size and Capacity: The dam is a concrete gravity structure with a length of about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) and a height of around 43 meters (141 feet). The reservoir created by the dam, known as the Kakhovka Reservoir, has a surface area of about 2,155 square kilometers (832 square miles) and a storage capacity of approximately 13.5 billion cubic meters (10.9 million acre-feet) of water.
- Economic Impact: The Kakhovka Dam and the associated irrigation system have significantly contributed to the development of agriculture in southern Ukraine. The availability of irrigation water has facilitated the cultivation of crops and increased agricultural productivity in the region.
- Flood Protection: In addition to its primary functions, the Kakhovka Dam serves as a flood protection measure. By regulating the flow of the Dnieper River, it helps mitigate the risk of downstream flooding, particularly in the lower reaches of the river.
- Energy Generation: The Kakhovka Hydroelectric Power Plant has an installed capacity of 1,320 megawatts (MW) and generates a substantial portion of Ukraine's electricity. It plays a crucial role in the country's energy infrastructure and helps meet the growing power demands of the region.
- Impact on the Environment: The construction of the Kakhovka Dam resulted in the creation of the Kakhovka Reservoir, which altered the natural flow regime of the Dnieper River. This has had some environmental consequences, including changes in the river ecosystem and the displacement of certain species.
- Modernization Efforts: Over the years, there have been efforts to modernize and upgrade the Kakhovka Dam and the associated power plant to improve their efficiency and reliability. These efforts aim to enhance power generation capacity and optimize the management of water resources in the region.
The Kakhovka Dam remains an important landmark in Ukraine, contributing to electricity generation, irrigation, and flood control, while also posing challenges in terms of environmental impact.
Was it ever damaged
ChatGPT
Yes, the Kakhovka Dam has experienced some damage and incidents throughout its history. Here are a couple of notable events:
- 1984 Earthquake: On November 4, 1984, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 5.6 struck the region near the Kakhovka Dam. The earthquake caused significant damage to the dam's structure, resulting in cracks and deformations. As a result, the dam had to undergo repairs and reinforcement to ensure its stability.
- 2014 Conflict: During the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine, there were reports of potential threats to critical infrastructure, including the Kakhovka Dam. While there were concerns about possible sabotage attempts or damage caused by military operations, no major incidents or damage to the dam were officially reported.
It's important to note that the information provided is up until my knowledge cutoff in September 2021. For the most up-to-date and detailed information on any recent incidents or damages to the Kakhovka Dam, it is recommended to refer to the latest news and official sources.
