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British intelligence: Russia lacks infantry and officers in Ukraine
According to a British intelligence assessment, Russian troops are short of infantry and junior officers in their war against Ukraine.
The Ministry of Defence in London said on Friday (Sep 16) in its daily update, the war is having a significant impact on Russian personnel strength,
The agency referred to a video purporting to show pro-Kremlin businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin recruiting convicts in a prison, the DPA reported, the Anews said.
Prigozhin is believed to be the financier of the Russian mercenary group Wagner, the report said.
"In the video, Prigozhin emphasizes that he is only seeking 'fighters for assault units,'" the ministry said. This campaign has been going on since at least July, with prisoners being offered reduced sentences and money.
It said: "Separately, Russian military academies are shortening training courses and bringing cadets' graduation dates forwards. This is almost certainly so cadets can be deployed to support the Ukraine operation.”
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The British Ministry of Defence has been publishing daily intelligence updates on the progress of the war since Russia invaded its neighbouring country at the end of February.
It is worthy to note that the British government intends to counter both the Russian narrative and keep allies informed with the updates. Moscow accuses London of a targeted disinformation campaign.
Source: anews
