It is important to be aware that just because information is presented in a classified briefing, it is not necessarily true or accurate.
The individuals who compile these briefings can make mistakes, and it is essential to keep this in mind when reading such documents. In this particular case, the briefing assesses that Ukraine’s air defense plan will be unable to defend against Russian aerial attacks from all altitudes by May 23, as its interceptor inventory is running out.
Additionally, the briefing states that Ukrainian casualty and loss figures may be unreliable due to information gaps and potential bias in Ukraine’s information sharing. There is a dire picture painted of Ukraine losing its ability to fend off missile and aircraft attacks, which has subsequently happened.
It is suggested that Ukraine is lying to the US about troop strength, readiness, and battlefield achievements. Despite some optimism, there are concerns that Ukraine is firing around 7,700 shells per day, indicating that Russia’s pressure on Ukraine is continuing.
