Comprehensive group of General Staff conducted inspection at 156th Brigade, revealing number of significant shortcomings
Pursuant to the decision of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a comprehensive group of the General Staff headed by Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Colonel Oleh Apostol has begun work in the troops.
This was reported by Censor.NET with reference to the Facebook page of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
It is noted that the group is currently working in the 156th separate mechanized brigade. The purpose of the work is to check the progress of the brigade's formation and provide comprehensive assistance in organizing and preparing for combat operations.
At present, the military unit has completed manning up and has begun basic general military training according to the updated program.
At the same time, personnel are being selected for specialized training. The supply of weapons and military equipment continues as planned.
During the inspection, a number of significant shortcomings were identified, and the Commander of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi - Ed.) was tasked with eliminating them. In particular, regarding:
- replacement of part of the brigade's leadership and appointment of a commander with combat and practical experience in command positions;
- transferring officers and NCOs who previously participated in combat operations to the unit in order to increase the combat capabilities of the 156th Brigade;
- improving the quality of practical training based on the experience of combat operations in the east;
- Increasing the intensity and quality of training for UAV pilots and electronic warfare operators, as well as addressing a number of other issues that affect the outcome of hostilities.
The General Staff notes that the mistakes that occurred during the formation and training of the 155th Brigade named after Anna Kyivska have been taken into account, and measures are being taken to prevent them in the future.
The General Staff Group will continue to work in the 156th separate mechanized brigade.
"The Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine promptly responds to the problems of military units and provides comprehensive assistance to increase their combat capability and improve the motivation of servicemen. Particular attention is paid to the replenishment of trained personnel in combat brigades that are engaged in intense fighting with the Russian invaders," the statement said.
