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The original was posted on /r/dataisbeautiful by /u/ChemicalAd5153 on 2023-08-01 11:05:30.

TL;DR: The video focuses on the strategic advancements of Ukrainian forces in the East. After securing the western part of the canal, Ukrainians crossed the canal and started taking Klishivka into a pocket. The Ukrainians' strategy involved using tanks to swiftly penetrate Russian positions, followed by infantry assaults. The Ukrainians managed to advance by up to 1.5 kilometers towards Klishivka, slowly penetrating the Russian rear. The video also reports on the Ukrainian artillery's concentrated efforts on the forest north of Klishivka.

Key Points:

• Ukrainian forces have launched the next phase of the operation after securing the western part of the canal, crossing the canal, and starting to take Klishivka into a pocket.
• Ukrainians exploited the weakness of Russian logistical center in Andriivka by unleashing their artillery, leading to shortages of basic equipment for Russian troops.
• To swiftly penetrate Russian positions, Ukrainians used tanks to demolish Russian trenches and other fortifications, followed by infantry assaults.
• The assaults on the Eastern Bank of the canal were successful, with Ukrainians advancing by up to 1.5 kilometers towards Klishivka, slowly penetrating the Russian rear.
• Ukrainians have also simultaneously capitalized on the recent gains in and around the forest to develop the second axis of advance that bypasses Klishivka and slowly sets conditions for the encirclement of the main Russian fortification.
• Ukrainian intelligence reports that Russian commanders have already started moving their command posts further away from Klishivka, signaling a low level of confidence in Russian defense.

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TL;DR: The video provides an update on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, focusing on the battles in the Kherson region. Despite Russian attempts to gain control, Ukrainian forces have successfully maintained their positions and even expanded their control. The video highlights the strategic use of mines, artillery, and drone technology by the Ukrainians.

Summary:

• The video begins with an update on the conflict in the Kherson region, where Russian forces have attempted to eliminate the Ukrainian bridgehead using distant methods, including incendiary illuminations and heavy flamethrower systems.
• Despite these efforts, Ukrainian forces not only maintained their presence but also conducted planned reinforcements and continued advancing.
• Russian forces launched a large ground assault using various types of armored fighting vehicles. However, they faced difficulties due to Ukrainian mines and overwhelming artillery and mortar fire.
• Russian forces launched an Iskander missile strike on the main Ukrainian fortification. Despite initial reports of success, it was later revealed that the situation had deteriorated for the Russians.
• Ukrainian forces set a trap for the Russian assault unit, using drones to target Russian boats and infantry to eliminate the soldiers who reached the beach.
• Ukrainian forces have an underground bunker near the bridge, which remained operational despite the Iskander strike.
• Ukrainians increased their bridgehead and started attacking the Russian bridge near Oleshke with kamikaze boats.
• The number of Ukrainians on the islands increased to around 300 soldiers, making it more challenging for the Russians to launch successful attacks.
• Ukrainian forces have reportedly reached the Russian side of the island and may have mined the only Russian supply route on the island.

TL;DR: This is insane! The head of the Wagner Group, a private military company, initiates a coup against the Russian Federation. The aim is to remove the Russian Defense Minister and the Chief of the General Staff. The video also reveals the alleged reasons behind Russia's war with Ukraine (ego and greed) and the corruption within the Russian army. The Russian Ministry of Defense responds by launching a criminal investigation against the Wagner Group and taking measures to prevent the coup.

Key Point Summary:

• The head of the Wagner Group, a private military company in Russia, initiates a coup to remove the Russian Defense Minister and the Chief of the General Staff.
• The coup initiator exposes the alleged reasons behind Russia's war with Ukraine, including the Russian Defense Minister's desire for historical recognition and the Russian elite's intention to exploit Ukrainian assets.
• The video reveals the corruption within the Russian army and its unpreparedness for large-scale offensive actions.
• The Wagner Group's camps are attacked, leading to the group gathering forces and heading towards Moscow to confront the Russian Ministry of Defense.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense launches a criminal investigation against the Wagner Group, seizes their centers in Saint Petersburg, and forbids media channels from mentioning the group's claims.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense takes measures to prevent the coup, including shutting down the internet in some regions, readying special forces, closing borders and highways, and building fortifications.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense releases appeals to the Wagner soldiers to return to the front and stop the coup.
• The Wagner Group claims to have passed the borders and encourages others to do the same.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense orders an airstrike on the Wagner Group, which claims to have shot down several helicopters.
• Videos emerge of direct confrontations between regular Russian detachments and Wagner forces, with the latter prevailing.
• The Wagner Group seizes control over the Rostov region, including the headquarters of the Southern Military District, police stations, Federal Security Services, and Regional Administration.

• The Wagner Group enters the Voronezh region, with locals posting videos of audible gunfire.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense reinforces Moscow

TL;DR: The Russians attempted a new tactic to recapture a location but faced setbacks due to their own mines and Ukrainian resistance. Ukrainian forces are expanding their territory, and logistical issues are hampering Russian efforts. The video also mentions the evacuation of a regional administration by Russian authorities, indicating a lack of confidence in their defensive line.

Key Points:

• Russian forces attempted to recapture Pietekhatke using a new tactic, moving along a field road south of Jeremyanke to avoid direct Ukrainian fire. However, some Russian units accidentally detonated their own mines, which significantly affected their morale and slowed their progress.

• Ukrainian forces successfully repelled the Russian advance, causing many Russian units to retreat. Only convict detachments continued to push forward, fearing punishment from certain Chechen units acting as blocking forces.

• Ukrainian forces are successfully expanding their bridgehead westward. They have captured key areas and are moving closer to Russian fortifications.

• Logistical problems are affecting the Russian forces, not just on the local version section of the road but also further afield. This is weakening their defense.

• Russian authorities have started evacuating the regional administration in Vasilevka, indicating a lack of confidence in their defensive line. Government facilities have been closed and operations moved to a location 55 kilometers south.

• The drying up of a reservoir in the region is also causing concern for the Russians as it could allow Ukrainians to launch a powerful mechanized assault in a less fortified part of the contact line.

• Ukrainian command is considering new possibilities and looking for new opportunities to exploit in the conflict.