26 June, 2024
Ukrainian military intelligence has been detecting Russian military facilities using the ICEYE satellite for almost two years.
This satellite was purchased with donations from citizens.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine reported that the satellite allows data to be received both from the temporarily occupied territory of Ukraine and from other places on the planet where Russia’s military forces and assets are located.
The prompt receipt of intelligence data became possible thanks to the initiative of the Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation and donations from Ukrainians to the “people’s Bayraktar,” which in 2022 was used to purchase a satellite at the request of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
Satellite images of Russian military facilities. Source: The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine
Throughout using the “people’s satellite” and access to the ICEYE satellite constellation, Ukrainian specialists have taken a total of 4173 images of enemy targets, including:
- 370 – airfields;
- 238 – air defense and radio reconnaissance positions;
- 153 – oil depots and fuel warehouses;
- 147 – missile, aviation weapons, and ammunition depots;
- 17 – naval bases.
Satellite images of Russian military facilities. Source: The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine
The ICEYE lens also captures the Russian Armed Forces’ permanent deployment points, training grounds, military camps, and mobilization centers.
It is noted that this makes it possible “to track the dynamics of Russia’s movements with personnel, to reveal its military intentions in order to disrupt them.”
In addition, the satellite allows us to monitor the aggressor country’s military industry and logistics network, which includes the illegal bridge across the Kerch Strait.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine said that the ICEYE spacecraft is able to clearly see the concentration of even carefully camouflaged enemy mechanized units with their equipment.
Satellite image of a Russian training ground. Source: The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine
“Its images allow us to accurately identify the type and type of enemy combat aircraft, ships, and air defense systems detected, as well as to record the level of damage to the enemy’s facilities,” the statement reads.
It is reported that about 38% of the entire data set obtained through ICEYE was used to directly prepare an attack on the enemy.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine expressed gratitude to the entire Ukrainian society, which joined the fundraising for the spacecraft, as well as to every volunteer who provides daily assistance to the defenders of Ukraine.
It seems that the satellite sure has paid for itself.
“It is reported that about 38% of the entire data set obtained through ICEYE was used to directly prepare an attack on the enemy.”
That’s around 1585 targets identified by Iceye. Yes, it paid for itself.
We see you. Bwàaaahaaaahaaa!!!😎👍
Germany greenlights Ukrainian strikes on Russian targets
Germany has allowed Ukraine to use its weapons to attack targets in Russia, reports the German newspaper “Bild.” For now, the agreement only involves the PzH 2000 howitzers.
With the official consent of the German federal government, shelling of Russian territory is being conducted in the Kharkiv region using the PzH 2000 self-propelled howitzer.
As reported by journalists from the front, the PzH 2000 waits in a shelter for the order to deploy. “When the deployment order comes over the radio from the command post, everything happens very quickly: people push the PzH out of the hideout to a designated firing position, fire five shots – and then quickly retreat to the shelter before the Russian return fire can catch them,” the newspaper reports.
“The enemy artillery is less of a concern,” says one soldier, pointing out that a more significant threat comes from Russian kamikaze drone attacks.
Ukrainians have one complaint
Ukrainian soldiers highly praise German equipment. The system’s strong armor and precision make it the preferred weapon of Ukrainian artillerymen. However, they miss one thing in particular—the lack of air conditioning.
The problem is that after a few shots, the inside of the system becomes unbearably hot. “It’s not just about comfort. Some instruments sometimes fail because of the heat,” one soldier tells the newspaper.
However, the soldiers have found a way to solve the problem. “We will be installing air conditioning systems from buses,” says one soldier.
[From essanews, via MSN]
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/germany-greenlights-ukrainian-strikes-on-russian-targets/ar-BB1oX1I2
Interesting! Leave it up to the Ukrainians to find a solution to every problem!