UK intelligence: Russia not able to generate capable combat infantry in sufficient numbers

Despite its continued heavy use of artillery in these areas, Russia has not been able to generate capable combat infantry in sufficient numbers to secure more substantial advances.

Caliber.Az reports referring to the Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine, which is published by the UK Defence Ministry on August 9. 

Over the weekend, Russia has continued to focus efforts on reinforcing defences in southern Ukraine. Despite the shift in effort, Russia has maintained attacks on Ukrainian positions in Donetsk oblast.

Over the last 30 days, Russia’s assault towards the town of Bakhmut has been its most successful axis in the Donbas; however, Russia has only managed to advance about 10km during this time.

In other Donbas sectors where Russia was attempting to break through, its forces have not gained more than 3km during this 30-day period, almost certainly significantly less than planned.

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 9 August 2022

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