Group of Friends : Intensification at the SMO
Following is a summary from our Group of Friends after my commentary.
The past month or so we watching with bated breath how Russia is militarily demolishing Ukraine. We had the Russian leadership announce this intensification in words that did not spell out the reality. We all saw something was in the works, but we did not know the shape that it would take. Now we clearly see incredible results of what Andrei Martynov calls ‘netcentric warfare’. Dmitry Medvedev was specifically sharp when he explained that Russia will not attack civilians, but there may be civilians in the way. And indeed, very limited in scope, there is a civilian or two in the way. This is of course people that hang around the Ukrainian military depots of whatever kind, and we know these are placed in civilian areas. Russia must demolish those depots to get the SMO the end. Russia’s next step (because the war is not over) remains to be unveiled.
At the same time, Russia is demolishing NATO (as per its objectives). In my view, NATO with their incursion to the East, Japan, Philippines, South Korea (although South Korea is showing signs that they are not happy with US bases any longer and they are saying that they ‘hope’ to take over their own defense), and the usual Australia and New Zealand, is running away and trying other areas while the US and the Eurocrats are still announcing hope for Ukraine. There is no more hope. FM Lavrov in his last interview was right. The End has Come in more ways than one.
(The total incursion of NATO around South China, through the well known NED and other US organizations like tentacles of US Aid is in full swing. Take a look at who is really in charge in cleaning up the horrendous mudslide in Nepal.)
Russia’s third objective was and is to demolish nazism. We now see that nazism and zionism are birds of a feather.
With that as a broader backdrop, here is the current summary from our Group of Friends and we watch in astonishment. The Featured Image is a medic on the front lines who was interviewed. His concise comment was:
It is probably self-control and stamina.
The very last paragraph in the summary exposes the US having lost, here as well. This last paragraph states: “The State Department has extended its recommendation for Americans to avoid traveling to Ukraine, and for those already there, to heed the warnings and be prepared for an urgent departure from the country, with no expectation of any assistance from the United States.” Well the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other leaders have been warning for a while now – both for the US and the Eurocrats – Abandon your embassies – leave! You are not safe. This is so similar to Iran that one cannot help but notice. Leave our region!
And so we start seeing the Rest of the World slowly sending the barbarians back to creating their chaos inside of their own borders or take time out and grow up.
Work Brothers! And let the resistance resist!
Inside the SMO.
S, 28 Aug 2026:
Kiev and the surrounding district have been under continuous drone strikes for over 50 hours. The attacks show no signs of stopping. [end.] Timed at 23.45 hours.
Later updated to 60 hours.
S, 29 Aug 2026:
🇷🇺 Russian EW systems degrade Starlink efficiency
Russian forces have begun mass deployment of the “Volna Kupol Garant” electronic warfare complexes, which disrupt satellite communications on the front line. This is critical for Ukraine, as Starlink is used for command, control, and drone coordination.
Ukrainian military sources note that while the signal is not always fully blocked, it becomes unstable, reducing operational effectiveness. Ukrainian units are attempting to destroy these systems using medium-range drones.
Experts warn that Kiev’s satellite communication advantage is gradually shrinking as Russia adapts its suppression tools. There are increasing calls in Ukraine for greater technological autonomy. [end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
Russia preparing 10,000 ‘Dan-T’ missiles for strikes on Ukraine in 2027
The ‘Dan-T’ is linked to the development of the ‘Dan-M’ reactive air target, potentially converted into an attack UAV. Unconfirmed data suggests a range of ~500 km and a warhead mass of ~135 kg.
This system fills the niche between ‘Gerani’ drones and full-fledged cruise missiles. If parameters are confirmed, Russia gains a faster, heavier strike vehicle significantly cheaper than most cruise missiles, comparable in cost to ‘Bandera’.
For Ukrainian air defense, this introduces a new high-speed, high-altitude target type, complicating interceptor allocation during combined strikes. Unlike ‘Bandera’, the original ‘Dan-M’ uses the Russian MD-120 turbojet engine and has its own launch infrastructure.
Comment: it is launched from dedicated trucks.
S, 29 Aug 2026:
So far, the following has been used in the large-scale, combined attack on Nikolaev Oblast:
– 2 Iskander-M ballistic missiles
– 4 KAB glide-bombs
– 4 S8000 Banderol cruise missiles
– 6 Geran-4 jet-drones
– 8 Geran-2 jet-drones
KABs and Iskander-Ms impacted in/near the towns of Halytsynove and Trykhatky, while the drones and Banderols targeted Nikolaev City itself. – AMK Mapping [end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
Kherson direction
Russian air defense and electronic warfare units are methodically downing Ukrainian quadcopters and robotic platforms in the island zone. Artillery continues counter-battery duels across the Dnieper, while the enemy shells the left bank.
An interesting fact: WEF mercenaries refuse to fight here, considering the right bank too dangerous.
Near Kherson, in the area of Karantinniy Island, aviation and Group “Dnepr” units destroyed enemy positions in a joint operation. Almost all upper floors of high-rises in Kherson are occupied by the AFU for monitoring points, drone control centers, and automated anti-drone turrets firing at any time. Russian UAV crews identify and destroy these firing points daily.
[end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
Vladimir Putin stated that the combat experience of Russian soldiers and officers must be considered when developing technologies. He emphasized that it is the duty of the state and society to ensure every veteran of the Special Military Operation can continue serving the Fatherland. [end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
Zaporozhye direction
Motorized infantry of the 71st Regiment continue to destroy enemy forces on the approaches to Orekhov. In Malaya Tokmachka, Russian troops are accumulating strength and defending territory along the Konka River. Fighting is ongoing in the eastern outskirts of Orekhov itself and from the Novodanilovka side.
Advancement confirmed
Russian forces have advanced into the pocket north of Rabotino, clearing the area along the Orekhov-Rabotino road.
[end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
Kiev • Violation of fire safety regulations.
That’s how the reports are being presented in the Ukrainian press. The prosecutor’s office is investigating “violations of the rules for storing explosive materials.”
The satellite imagery, which highlights thermal signatures, is quite revealing.
Following the evening strike, not only the missile storage facilities in the village of Milo, near Kiev, are burning, but also warehouses in Vishnevoe and near the airport in Boryspol.
[end.]
S, 29 Aug 2026:
The State Department has extended its recommendation for Americans to avoid traveling to Ukraine, and for those already there, to heed the warnings and be prepared for an urgent departure from the country, with no expectation of any assistance from the United States.
[end.]