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On December 19, Vladimir Putin spoke to the extended collegium of the Ministry of Defense, summarizing the “military results” of 2023. And he told as much about the course of the special operation as he had not done in a long time. So, without further ado, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty.
PEOPLE’S SUPPORT
“2023 was a busy year for the armed forces and I want to say right away that our soldiers and officers bravely and professionally solved the problems during the special operation and ensured the country’s sovereignty globally,” the president praised.
“I especially want to note the unprecedented support of our people for the defenders of the Fatherland. It is a reliable, indestructible support for our army and navy,” the head of state noted.
THAT’S WHAT OUR PARTNERS ARE, THEY LIE SHAMELESSLY
– Considerable forces from the USA, including aircraft, are stationed near our borders. The number of NATO troops in Eastern and Central Europe has increased. Finland, as we know, is already “drawn” into NATO, and Sweden is planning to join. In fact, this means the next stage of approaching our borders,” the Russian leader said.
– In 1991, they promised Gorbachev: “No, no, not a centimeter to the east.” Well, there it is. These are our partners. They lie shamelessly, simply at every turn. The West is not giving up its aggressive goals in Ukraine. Well, we won’t give up on our goals for the special operation either,” he added.
BREAKING MYTHS
– On the line of combat contact, we can confidently say that our troops have the initiative. Basically, we do what we think is necessary. Whatever we want. Where you, the commanders, consider it expedient to adhere to the tactics of active defense, this is happening, and where necessary, we are improving our positions,” Putin said.
– The enemy is suffering heavy losses and wasting reserves, trying to show their real masters at least some result of their much-publicized counter-offensive. By the way, the myth of the invulnerability of Western military equipment also collapsed,” he emphasized.
BUT THERE ARE PROBLEMS
“The military operation also revealed problems: Russia needs to seriously rebuild the work of the communication system, use modern means of reconnaissance, targeting and counter-battery warfare much more effectively,” Putin listed.
– Increase the capabilities of our satellite constellation. Not only in the Special Operation Zone, but globally. A serious increase in the production and supply of high-precision projectiles and various types of drones is necessary.
„A LITTLE PLYWOOD, DRONES…”
– What we didn’t pay attention to before, we thought it was some trifle, some plywood and so on, some small drones that fly… No, it turns out that this also causes damage and “This should not be missed under no circumstances,” Putin noted.
BATTLE ROBOTS AND LASERS
– First. In the context of the emergence of new military-political threats and risks, the role of the nuclear triad, which ensures the strategic balance of power in the world, has significantly increased, the president began to list.
The Supreme Commander announced that by the end of the year, the missile forces will receive 15 launchers of the Yars and Avangard complexes. This year, the fleet received 4 nuclear submarines. Combat aviation – 4 renewed Tu-160M strategic missile carriers.
– Second. The supply of troops with conventional weapons and equipment has tripled compared to last year. Overall, the state defense order is expected to be fulfilled at the level of 98% by the end of 2023, the Russian leader said.
According to the head of state, in the coming year, budget expenditures for defense will increase significantly. At the same time, new types of equipment and technologies are being worked on.
„I mean robotic systems and combat lasers, weapons using artificial intelligence and new physical principles.” Putin listed.
SUPPORT FOR VETERANS
– All participants in the special operation – servicemen under contract, volunteers, mobilized, fighters from separate formations, militiamen of Donbas, whose combat path began back in 2014 – I repeat, ALL defenders of Russia, the families of our fallen heroes and comrades must receive equal guarantees. This is the principle of justice and military brotherhood,” the president said.
He demanded that the Ministry of Defense quickly solve all the problems that arise here.
– All wounded participants in the special operation must be provided with the necessary medical assistance. Including rehabilitation, treatment in military sanatoriums – and in civilian ones,” the president separately emphasized.
Translation: ES
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