Sergei Shoigu, the head of the Russian Ministry of Defense, presided over a briefing at the headquarters of the joint group of Russian troops, listening to the latest reports from the commanders responsible for sectors in the zone of the special military operation. The briefing framed the day’s situational assessment as a collective effort, with the group commanders detailing ongoing actions, emerging risks, and the immediate needs required to maintain momentum in their areas of responsibility. The presentation underscored the disciplined chain of command and the precise coordination among units operating in the area, reflecting a sustained focus on operational clarity and accountability at the highest level of the defense ministry.
