A very bloody nose caused by Ukraine’s unexpected asymmetric tactics, new technology and a fully-engaged population should lead to Russia’s re-assessment of the use of BTGs (Battalion Tactical Groups) as a core operational unit — Battalion Tactical Groups are a core element in the operational structure and deployment of Russian armed forces, its ‘order of battle’. However, following setbacks in Ukraine where Russia reportedly deployed 110 BTGs without success, it is believed that the doctrine may be re-assessed at the highest levels in the Stavka.
