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In the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ Росіяни ПЕРЕРІЗАЮТЬ ключову ТРАСУ! Залишилось 7 КМ Новий НАСТУП на Харків Закрили КОТЕЛ," retired Ukrainian military officer and military expert Oleg Ždanov discusses the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. He talks about Russia's recent attacks using aircraft, drones, and missiles, which were unable to shoot down the "Kindjal" missiles due to production and modernization difficulties caused by sanctions. Russia has been targeting areas such as Starokonstantinov and Hmelnitska oblast in Ukraine, along with energy infrastructure objectives. Ždanov predicts that this trend will continue in the coming months. He also mentions the potential consequences of Belarusian regular troops joining the conflict, which could lead to sanctions and the challenges of mobilizing military forces in Europe. The speaker also discusses the military personnel shortage in Europe and the need for a renewed focus on maintaining a military. The situation on the front lines remains complex and tense, with both sides making efforts to gain ground. The Russians have made a significant error in their strategy by focusing on the destruction of tactical assets rather than creating buffer zones.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ Росіяни ПЕРЕРІЗАЮТЬ ключову ТРАСУ! Залишилось 7 КМ Новий НАСТУП на Харків Закрили КОТЕЛ", Oleg Ždanov, a retired Ukrainian military officer and military expert, discusses the recent mass attacks on Ukraine's territory by Russian forces. He mentions that in the night of June 27, 2023, Russia launched a massive attack using aircraft, drones, and missiles. Although 28 air targets were reportedly shot down, the Russian forces were unable to shoot down the "Kindjal" missiles. Ždanov explains that Russia is facing difficulties in producing and modernizing their missiles due to sanctions and the limited number of available components. As a result, the number of air attack assets used by Russia has decreased, and the intervals between attacks have shortened. He also mentions that areas such as Starokonstantinov and Hmelnitska oblast in Ukraine are frequently targeted, along with energy infrastructure objectives. Ždanov predicts that this trend will continue in the coming months. He also recalls that Russia began active, massive attacks in the fall of 2022, with over 100 missiles launched, but now they can only carry a few missiles on their Tu-95 bombers. Ždanov answers a question about whether these rocket attacks will continue, stating that Putin has clearly stated that military actions, including rocket attacks, will not be halted until a peace agreement is reached.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ: Russians are REBUILDING a CRITICAL TRAIN LINE! Only 7 KM Left for Kharkiv - New OFFENSIVE underway, Tank Factories are operating at full capacity," the speaker discusses Russia's military production and modernization efforts despite international sanctions. According to the speaker, Russia produced approximately 1500 tanks and 3000 armored vehicles in 2022, with plans to produce the same amount in the following year. However, the speaker questions the accuracy of these numbers and notes that the production and modernization of tanks are separate issues. The speaker also mentions possible cooperation between Russia and North Korea, with North Korean engineering units potentially being sent to the Donetsk frontline to support the war effort. This engineering unit would not be a combat unit but would instead provide logistical and engineering support, such as repairing and fortifying positions. Putin is reportedly aiming to involve as many countries as possible in the conflict.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ: Russians are REBUILDING a KEY TRANSIT ROUTE! Only 7 KM Left for New OFFENSIVE on Kharkiv - Shut down KOTEL", the speaker discusses the potential consequences of Belarusian regular troops joining the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He explains that such a move could lead to sanctions from Western countries, including the United States, and potentially China, as it may be seen as a violation of agreements and a step towards open warfare. The speaker also mentions the possibility of NATO involvement and the challenges European countries may face in mobilizing their military forces for a war with Russia. According to a Financial Times article, European NATO allies have only 3,000 soldiers ready to participate in military actions, and mobilizing them would require significant time and resources. The speaker also notes that public opinion in Europe may not support military action, and people may not fully understand the implications of the war for their daily lives. He concludes by mentioning that European countries have a reserve system, and they can call up reservists to help in a crisis situation. The success of this approach depends on how effectively the government communicates the need for mobilization to the population.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ: Росіяни ПЕРЕРІЗАЮТЬ ключову ТРАСУ! Залишилось 7 КМ Новий НАСТУП на Харків. Закрили КОТЕЛ", the speaker discusses the military personnel shortage in Europe, specifically in Germany, France, and Italy. He argues that pacifist attitudes have prevailed in Europe since the creation of the European Union, and as a result, their armies have been dismantled. The speaker criticizes German Chancellor Angela Merkel for disbanding the Bundeswehr and advocates for a renewed focus on maintaining a military. He also mentions a Czech initiative to provide ammunition to the Ukrainian army and the arrival of the first shipment of ammunition. However, the speaker expresses concerns about the difficulties in procuring and delivering ammunition to Ukraine, which may result in a smaller supply than initially planned.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ Росіяни ПЕРЕРІЗАЮТЬ ключову ТРАСУ! Залишилось 7 КМ Новий НАСТУП на Харків. Закрили КОТЕЛ," the speaker discusses the current situation on the front lines between Ukraine and Russia. The topic includes the delivery of ammunition from Czech Republic and its impact on the firepower of Ukrainian forces. The speaker explains that the process of accepting and distributing military equipment is more complex than transporting ammunition, and mentions that artillery and artillery shells are already in use. The speaker also mentions that the Russians have made progress towards the city of Kupiansk and the situation is very complicated in that area. They also mention that Russian forces are actively engaging in combat with Ukrainian forces near the border town of Sotnytsia, where the front line is located. The speaker also mentions that the situation remains tense on the Pokrovsky front and that the Russians are not giving up their efforts to take control of the city of Konstantynivka, which is only 7 km away from the key transportation route. Overall, the speaker describes a complex and tense situation on the front lines, with both sides making efforts to gain ground.

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In this section of the YouTube video titled "ЖДАНОВ: Росіяни ПЕРЕРІЗАЮТЬ ключову ТРАСУ! Залишилось 7 КМ Новий НАСТУП на Харків. Закрили КОТЕЛ," Oleg Vladimirovic discusses the dynamic situation on the front lines in Ukraine, specifically focusing on the Severny, Pokrovsky, Orekhovsky, and Pridniprovsky directions. The situation remains complex in the Severny and Pokrovsky directions, with intense fighting and the line of the front not moving. However, the situation is more stable in the Orekhovsky and Pridniprovsky directions, where Ukrainian forces are holding onto placements on the left bank of the Dnieper River despite numerous attacks. The best situation for the Ukrainian forces is on the Harkovsky operational direction and the Lypci and Vovchan'sk placements. The Russians have made a tactical mistake by focusing on the destruction of the S1 Panzer, which is a tactical asset protecting an objective or section of the front, rather than focusing on creating buffer zones to prevent the Ukrainian forces from reaching Harkov and their reserves. The destruction of the S1 Panzer makes it easier for the Ukrainian forces to target the enemy with their long-range weapons. Overall, Oleg Vladimirovic's assessment is that the Russians have made a significant error in their strategy.