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British intelligence tells whether russia will be able to form announced 2 new armies

British intelligence tells whether russia will be able to form announced 2 new armies

The aggressor country the russian federation will probably be able to recruit people for two new armies, but may face new challenges due to the limited preparation and use of outdated equipment.

This is stated in the intelligence review of the British Ministry of Defence.

It is noted that russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu announced on March 20 that in 2024 russia will create two new armies. It is reported that they will be formed of 14 divisions and 16 brigades. The exact type, location and composition of these units is not indicated, although most likely they will consist of mechanized, armored, artillery and logistics units.

"It is a realistic possibility that these new formations are linked to previous new unit announcements and planned brigade to division uplifts,” it was said.

According to British intelligence, it is likely that these units may be sufficiently manned given russia's successful recruitment efforts.

"However, given Russia’s limited training, widespread use of legacy equipment, and infrastructure issues, it is likely these units will suffer similar resourcing problems," the British Ministry of Defence notes.

Earlier, British intelligence told how the russian federation camouflages aircraft and ships.