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Military Intelligence Daily Summary: Ukrainian Perspective

Date: April 4, 2025 Time: 16:57 UTC Reporting Period: April 3, 17:00 UTC - April 4, 16:57 UTC

(Derived from intelligence reports dated Apr 1 - Apr 4, incorporating UGS updates up to Apr 4 13:00 UTC, UA AF updates up to Apr 4 16:18 UTC, Regional Admin reports, SDF updates as of Apr 4 AM, OTU Kharkiv updates as of Apr 4 AM, and other sources up to Apr 4 16:57 UTC)

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I. Executive Summary

• Operational Intensity: Combat intensity remains HIGH across the front. 81 combat engagements were reported between the start of the day and 13:00 UTC, Apr 4 (following 156 in the preceding 24h).
• Primary Russian Efforts: The main offensive focus remains on the Pokrovsk and Toretsk axes, with Russian forces reporting the capture of Rozivka (Toretsk) and Uspenivka (Pokrovsk). The Lyman axis saw an extremely high number of Russian attacks (28 reported by UGS 13:00 UTC).
• Key Territorial Developments:
  • Russian Gains Confirmed: RU MoD confirmed capture of Rozivka (Toretsk), Uspenivka (Pokrovsk), Panteleymonovka (Donetsk), Razliv & Veseloye (Novopavlivsk), Shcherbaki & Lobkovoye (Zaporizhzhia).
  • Russian Advances Claimed: Near Andriivka/Oleksiivka (Pokrovsk), Basovka (Kursk/Sumy border), Novoliubivka/Yampolivka (Lyman), W of Razliv & near Bohatyr (Novopavlivsk), near Shcherbaky (Orikhiv). Claimed Oskil River crossing and entry into Kamyanka (Kupyansk).
  • Assessed Russian Advances: Toretsk, near Kamyanske (Zaporizhzhia) - DeepState.
• Major Incident (Kryvyi Rih): A devastating Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential district resulted in at least 12 civilian fatalities (including children) and over 50 wounded. Impact confirmed near "Magellan" restaurant.
• Russian Strikes: Continued high volume of KABs (193 in 24h preceding Apr 4 AM), drones (2203 in 24h), artillery, and MLRS attacks. Overnight (Apr 3-4), Russia launched 78 UAVs (Shahed/imitators); 42 intercepted by Ukraine. Significant impacts confirmed in Kharkiv (5 KIA, 34 WIA), Dnipro (3 WIA, local official KIA in separate car bomb), Zaporizhzhia (1 WIA), and Kyiv Oblast (2 WIA from debris).
• Ukrainian Operations: Ukrainian forces maintain robust defensive posture, repelling numerous assaults. Notable defensive successes include repelling a large RU mechanized assault near Andriivka (Pokrovsk axis, recent days) and halting a RU motorcycle assault (Novopavlivsk axis, Apr 4). Cross-border operations continue in Kursk/Sumy Oblasts, including the capture of a Russian POW. Successful drone strikes against high-value Russian assets (Tirada-2 EW system, Strela-10 SAM) confirmed.
• Russian Capabilities/Morale: Reports of poor casualty evacuation, low morale, and coercive tactics persist within Russian units. Continued reliance on adapted equipment (e.g., "Tsar Mangal"). Use of motorcycles for rapid assault observed.
• International Context: Significant aid packages announced (Norway ~$8Bn total, Denmark ~$987M). UK/French Chiefs of Staff meeting with UA leadership in Kyiv (Apr 4) regarding potential contingent deployment.

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II. Air, Missile & Drone Activity

• Major Incident: Kryvyi Rih Ballistic Missile Strike (Apr 4 PM)
  • Time: ~15:52 UTC impact, following ~15:48 UTC alert.
  • Impact: Residential district center, confirmed near "Magellan" restaurant.
  • Casualties (Preliminary): At least 12 Killed (incl. 5 children), over 50 Wounded. Rescue operations ongoing.
  • Origin (Claimed): Missile reportedly launched from Taganrog, Russia.
  • Response: Local authorities established aid station. Warning of potential further strikes remains active.
• Recent Russian Strikes (Past 24h & Ongoing)
  • KABs: Persist as major threat. Recent launches towards Zaporizhzhia, Kherson Oblasts (incl. Havrylivka). Total 193 KABs used in 24h prior to Apr 4 AM (UGS).
  • UAVs: 78 launched (Shahed/imitators) overnight Apr 3-4. 2203 kamikaze drones used in 24h prior to Apr 4 AM (UGS).
  • Artillery/MLRS: High volume continues (>5600 shelling attacks, 146 MLRS in 24h prior to Apr 4 AM - UGS). Nikopol district (Dnipropetrovsk) heavily shelled Apr 4 (1 civilian WIA).
• Ukrainian Air Defense / Strikes
  • Interceptions: 42/78 Shahed/attack UAVs destroyed (Night Apr 3-4). 11 RU recon UAVs destroyed (Recent claims). FPV drone used to intercept RU Supercam UAV claimed ("WU Samurai" unit).
  • Targeting Successes: Destruction of RU Tirada-2 EW system (Shadow Unit). Destruction of RU Strela-10 SAM system by FPV drone (Muramasa unit).
  • Ground Strikes: UGS (Apr 4 AM) reported strikes on 9 RU concentration areas, 2 UAV CPs, 2 artillery systems, 1 command post. Multiple brigades reported successful FPV strikes on RU personnel/equipment.
• Strikes on Russian Territory
  • Massive UA Drone Attack (Night Apr 3-4): RU MoD claims 107 UA UAVs intercepted across 11 regions. Impacts/damage reported in Lipetsk (airfield/NLMK plant targeted - UA source; house damage from debris - RU Gov), Bryansk (1 KIA, 1 WIA in Belaia Berezka; bridge/power line damage claimed), Moscow Oblasts.
  • Energy Infrastructure (RU Claim): 6 UA attacks claimed on energy targets (Bryansk, Tambov, Lipetsk).
  • Belgorod Oblast: 5 civilians wounded by UA drones (RU Claim).

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III. Key Frontline Developments (UGS 13:00 UTC & Recent Reports)

• Pokrovsk Axis (Highest Intensity): 13 attempts by 13:00 UTC. UGS previously reported 57 attacks repelled (Apr 4 AM). Fighting ongoing near Andriivka, Sukha Balka, Yelyzavetivka. Successful repulsion of major RU mechanized assault confirmed (46th Airmobile Bde/DShV). RU claims capture of Uspenivka (RU MoD).
• Toretsk Axis (High Intensity): 13 attempts by 13:00 UTC. Fighting near Krymske, Dachne, Toretsk. RU MoD confirms capture of Rozivka (Oleksandropil). RU sources claim tactical advance near Druzhba. DeepState assesses RU advances in Toretsk area.
• Lyman Axis (Extremely High Intensity): 28 attacks by 13:00 UTC. Engagements ongoing near multiple settlements including Novomykhailivka, Katerynivka, Hrekivka, Nadiia. RU claims expanded control near Novoliubivka, capture of Yampolivka, advance towards Torske.
• Kursk Border / Sumy Oblast (Significant Activity): 7 attacks repelled, 2 ongoing by 13:00 UTC. UA 82nd Air Assault Brigade confirmed operating here. UA Border Guards captured 61yo RU POW. RU claims capture of Basovka.
• Novopavlivsk Axis (Continued Pressure): 5 attacks by 13:00 UTC. Fighting near Kostiantynopil, Rozlyv.
  • RU Claim: Major advance (>1.5km depth) near Bohatyr. RU MoD confirmed capture of Razliv and Vesele.
  • UA Action: Presidential Brigade stopped RU motorcycle assault.
• Orikhiv Axis (Active): 4 clashes by 13:00 UTC. Fighting near Mali Shcherbaky, Stepove. RU MoD confirms capture of Shcherbaki and Lobkovoye. DeepState assesses RU advances near Kamyanske. RU claims destroying UA tank near Orikhiv.
• Kupyansk Axis (Moderate): 2 attempts stopped by 13:00 UTC near Zahryzove. RU claims crossing Oskil River and entering Kamyanka.
• Prydniprovsky Axis (Kherson): 1 attempt repelled by 13:00 UTC. Positional fighting.
• Kramatorsk / Chasiv Yar: RU sources acknowledge Novomarkove and Orikhovo-Vasylivka remain contested.

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IV. Ukrainian Capabilities & Preparedness

• Training Enhancements (UGS/Syrskyi): Basic training extended to 1.5 months, mandatory brigade adaptation course added, instructor quality/motivation prioritized (bonuses approved). Additional funding (~1.2 Bn UAH) allocated for training infrastructure. Goal: Improve quality, reduce losses.
• Mobilization Rules: UA Cabinet modified draft deferment rules, potentially expanding the mobilization pool by removing deferment for some pursuing second degrees abroad/domestically.
• Asymmetric Warfare: Display of improvised munitions ("retaliation souvenirs" with potential chemical capability) highlights potential for unconventional responses. Successful use of FPV drones against high-value targets (EW, AD systems).

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V. Russian Capabilities, Tactics & Reported Issues

• Tactics: Continued heavy use of Glide Bombs (KABs). Concentrated assaults. Use of motorcycles for assaults (novel tactic). Claimed use of fiber-optic FPVs. Reports of infantry carrying AT mines during assaults. Targeting civilian infrastructure (energy, transport).
• Personnel/Morale: Persisting reports of poor casualty evacuation, coercive tactics. Capture of older POW claiming forced mobilization. Video evidence of soldier suicide under drone observation.
• Adaptation: Use of adapted armor ("Tsar Mangal"), mine trawls, EW against drones.
• Information Operations: Persistent narratives blaming Ukraine for civilian casualties, highlighting alleged UA atrocities/sabotage, promoting claimed battlefield successes. Designation of independent media/individuals as "foreign agents."

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VI. Naval Situation

• Black Sea/Azov Sea: No Russian warships deployed (UA Navy, Apr 4 AM).
• Mediterranean Sea: 3 Kalibr cruise missile carriers remain deployed (potential 26 missile salvo).

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VII. Political & Diplomatic Context

• International Meetings: UK/French Chiefs of Staff meeting Ukrainian leadership in Kyiv (Apr 4) regarding potential military contingents.
• Peace Talks: Turkish FM states sides "a bit far" from a deal. US SecState Rubio signals need for Russian seriousness soon. Peskov acknowledges RU discussing ceasefire nuances. UK/France accuse Russia of rejecting US proposal.
• Allied Support: Norway increases total aid to ~$8Bn (tripling military support). Denmark announces ~$987M package.

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Military Intelligence Daily Summary: Ukrainian Perspective

Date: April 4, 2025 Time: 16:57 UTC Reporting Period: April 3, 17:00 UTC - April 4, 16:57 UTC

(Derived from intelligence reports dated Apr 1 - Apr 4, incorporating UGS updates up to Apr 4 13:00 UTC, UA AF updates up to Apr 4 16:18 UTC, Regional Admin reports, SDF updates as of Apr 4 AM, OTU Kharkiv updates as of Apr 4 AM, and other sources up to Apr 4 16:57 UTC)

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I. Executive Summary

• Combat Intensity: Remains HIGH across the front. The Ukrainian General Staff (UGS) reported 81 combat engagements by 13:00 UTC, Apr 4. Russian forces maintain significant offensive pressure, particularly on eastern axes.
• Key Event: A devastating Russian ballistic missile strike hit a residential area in Kryvyi Rih, causing at least 12 civilian fatalities (including 5 children) and over 50 wounded. This represents a major escalation in targeting civilian centers.
• Primary Russian Offensives: Pressure remains extremely high on the Pokrovsk axis (13 attacks by 13:00 UTC) and Toretsk axis (13 attacks by 13:00 UTC). The Lyman axis saw an exceptionally high number of Russian attacks (28 reported by UGS 13:00 UTC).
• Territorial Changes:
  • Russian Captures Confirmed (RU MoD): Rozivka (Toretsk), Uspenivka (Pokrovsk), Panteleymonovka (Donetsk), Razliv & Veseloye (Novopavlivsk), Shcherbaki & Lobkovoye (Zaporizhzhia).
  • Russian Advances Claimed: Near Bohatyr (>1.5km depth - Novopavlivsk); Kamyanka (Kharkiv - Oskil crossing); Basovka (Kursk/Sumy border). Multiple other claims persist.
  • Assessed Russian Advances: Toretsk, near Kamyanske (Zaporizhzhia) - DeepState.
• Russian Strikes: High volume continues. 104 aviation strikes (193 KABs), >5600 shelling, 2203 kamikaze drones reported in 24h (UGS Apr 4 AM). Kharkiv suffered major drone attack (5 KIA, 34 WIA). Ongoing KAB threats reported (Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Sumy).
• Ukrainian Operations: Robust defense maintained, repelling numerous assaults. Notable successes include repelling a large RU mechanized assault (Pokrovsk, recent days) and halting a RU motorcycle assault (Novopavlivsk, Apr 4). Confirmed destruction of high-value RU assets (Tirada-2 EW, Strela-10 SAM). Cross-border operations in Kursk Oblast continue, with 82nd Air Assault Brigade confirmed presence. A Russian POW was captured in Sumy Oblast.
• Russian Capabilities & Tactics: Continued heavy reliance on KABs. Observation of novel tactics like motorcycle assaults. Persistent reports of poor casualty evacuation and morale issues. Use of fiber-optic FPVs claimed.
• International Support: Significant aid packages announced by Norway (~$8Bn total) and Denmark (~$987M to 2027). UK/French Chiefs of Staff meeting with Ukrainian leadership in Kyiv reported.

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II. Major Incident: Kryvyi Rih Ballistic Missile Strike (Apr 4 PM)

• Impact: A Russian ballistic missile struck a residential district center (~15:52 UTC), hitting near the "Magellan" restaurant and possibly a playground.
• Casualties: At least 12 Civilians Killed (including 5 children), over 50 Wounded. Casualty figures are expected to rise.
• Origin (Claimed): Launched from Taganrog, Russia.
• Significance: Represents a major escalation targeting civilian population centers far from the immediate frontline.

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III. Air, Missile & Drone Activity

• Current Air Threats (as of 16:57 UTC):
  • Ballistic Missile Threat: Alert persists for northeastern regions (incl. Kyiv) and Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
  • Tactical Aviation / KAB Threat: Ongoing threat from Russian tactical aviation on NE/SE axes impacting frontline oblasts. Recent KAB launches towards Zaporizhzhia, Kherson reported.
• Recent Russian Strikes:
  • Kryvyi Rih: Major ballistic missile strike (details above).
  • High Volume (Past 24h - UGS): 1 missile, 104 aviation strikes (193 KABs), >5600 shelling, 2203 kamikaze drones.
  • Kharkiv (Apr 3-4): Confirmed 5 KIA, 34 WIA from mass drone attack. Extensive damage. Rescue operations concluded.
  • Nikopol District (Apr 4): 1 civilian WIA from shelling/drones. Damage to homes/infrastructure.
• Ukrainian Air Defense / Strikes:
  • Intercepts (Apr 3-4 Night): 42/78 Shahed drones destroyed. 11 RU recon UAVs destroyed recently.
  • Targeting Successes: Destruction of RU Tirada-2 EW system and Strela-10 SAM system confirmed via video. Ongoing FPV drone strikes against RU personnel/equipment by multiple UA brigades.

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IV. Key Frontline Developments (UGS 13:00 UTC & Recent Reports)

• Lyman Axis: Intensity remains extremely high (28 attacks by 13:00 UTC). Engagements ongoing. Russian claims expanded control N of Novoliubivka, capture of Yampolivka.
• Pokrovsk Axis: High intensity (13 attempts by 13:00 UTC). Successful repulsion of major RU mechanized assault (recent days). RU claims capture of Uspenivka.
• Toretsk Axis: High intensity (13 attempts by 13:00 UTC). RU MoD confirms capture of Rozivka (Oleksandropil). Assessed RU advances (DeepState). RU drone strike claimed on UA armored vehicle.
• Novopavlivsk Axis: Continued pressure (5 attacks by 13:00 UTC).
  • RU Claim: Advance >1.5km near Bohatyr. RU MoD confirms capture of Vesele, Razliv.
  • UA Action: Presidential Brigade stopped RU motorcycle assault.
• Kursk Border / Sumy Oblast: Significant activity (7 attacks repelled, 2 ongoing by 13:00 UTC). UA 82nd Air Assault Bde confirmed operating here. UA Border Guards captured RU POW. RU claims capture of Basovka. RU claims use of fiber-optic FPVs.
• Orikhiv Axis: Active (4 clashes by 13:00 UTC). RU MoD confirms capture of Shcherbaki, Lobkove. Assessed RU advances near Kamyanske. RU claims destroying UA tank near Orikhiv outskirts.
• Kupyansk Axis: Moderate activity. RU Claim: Crossed Oskil River, secured positions in Kamyanka.
• Prydniprovsky Axis (Kherson): Low intensity. 1 attempt repelled by 13:00 UTC. Ongoing RU shelling/KAB threat. RU drone destroyed volunteer evacuation vehicle.

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V. Ukrainian Operations & Capabilities

• Defensive Operations: Maintaining lines against intense pressure, notably repelling major assaults (Pokrovsk, Novopavlivsk).
• Offensive/Disruptive Operations: Continued cross-border activity (Kursk). Successful targeting of high-value assets (EW, AD). Capture of POW (Sumy).
• Training Improvements: UGS/Syrskyi highlighted extended basic training (1.5 months), mandatory brigade adaptation courses, improved instructor support (bonuses, funding) aimed at enhancing quality and reducing losses.

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VI. Russian Tactics, Capabilities & Reported Issues

• Tactics: Heavy KAB use remains primary tactic. Motorcycle assaults observed (Novopavlivsk). Use of fiber-optic FPVs claimed (Kursk/Sumy). Persistent reports of infantry carrying AT mines during assaults.
• Personnel/Morale: Poor casualty evacuation reported. Capture of older POW claiming forced mobilization. Video evidence of soldier suicide under drone observation.
• Information Warfare: Continued focus on blaming Ukraine for civilian casualties, promoting battlefield successes, discrediting UA forces (POW videos), and warnings about UA online activities.

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VII. Naval Situation

• No Russian warships in Black Sea/Sea of Azov (UA Navy, Apr 4 AM).
• 3 Kalibr carriers remain in Mediterranean Sea (potential 26 missile salvo).

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VIII. Political & Diplomatic Context

• International Support: Significant aid packages announced (Norway ~$8Bn total, Denmark ~$987M). UK/French Chiefs of Staff meeting with UA leadership in Kyiv reported.
• Peace Talks Outlook: Remains stalled. Turkish FM assesses sides "far apart." US SecState emphasizes need for Russian seriousness. Russia maintains preconditions.

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