Russian Soldiers Suffer Heavy Losses in Ukraine as ASU Faces Weapon Shortage, Reports Estonian Intelligence

Estonian intelligence reports in its weekly summary of military operations in Ukraine that the situation is dire. Russian soldiers suffer heavy losses, although they have some successes. At the same time, the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) have a shortage of weapons, reports ERR.

“On the front in Ukraine, the number of attacks (up to 90 attacks per day) by the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation (AF) on both sides has increased in recent days.”

Russia has some successes. He made a tactical advance northwest of Avdeevka and also advanced 5 km. The armed forces of the Russian Federation are still putting pressure on the Chasov Yar region, where they have advanced to the south. The frequent attacks and maintenance of the operational tempo indicate that the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are maintaining the initiative, which puts the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) in a difficult position. The ASU needs the support of its Western partners, and the lack of weapons is a priority.

The ASU was not withdrawn without planning or breaking the front line. Ukraine is being forced to gradually relinquish its control over areas where there are no prepared defense positions or opportunities for defensive actions.

“The Russian armed forces continue the bombing of the Ukrainian civilian population in the border areas, and they also carry out deep strikes on the main population centers and energy infrastructure,” Estonian intelligence said.

Ukraine strikes deep into Russian military airfields and oil processing facilities. The high-precision attack on Jankoi Airport on the night of April 17 is worth noting. According to open sources, at least four C300/400 long- and medium-range anti-aircraft missile systems and airspace control systems were destroyed.

The Donetsk direction remains the main area of ​​offensive activity of the Russian armed forces. A significant part of the Russian forces is stationed there. They are continuing their efforts to surround and capture the settlement of Chasov Yar west of Bakhmut. However, the town has strong defensive fortifications, so the attacking party suffers heavy losses in the fight. A quick takeover of the city is not expected.

Intense fighting is taking place on the Avdeevka-Mariinka direction. Russia is advancing into the Pervomayskoe area.