The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to escalate, with Ukrainian troops in Avdivka facing relentless and brutal assaults from a massive Russian armored force. The Russian troops are launching these attacks with virtually no cover, resulting in a staggering loss of life on their side. Ukrainian drones, deployed as a means of defense, have been successfully targeting and eliminating Russian soldiers, but their numbers seemingly remain endless.
The Ukrainian troops have coined the term 'meat assaults' to describe these relentless and overwhelming attacks. Despite the high casualties inflicted upon the Russian forces, they persist in their attempts to take control of Avdivka. The Russians are willing to endure heavy artillery fire and engage in close combat with the Ukrainians in their pursuit of victory.
Ukraine's defenders acknowledge that they are outgunned and outmanned in this battle. They express an urgent need for additional military support such as personnel, equipment, ammunition, and drones to effectively counter the Russian forces. However, they lament the lack of sufficient resources to secure an advantageous position for themselves.
The Russian military, facing no such shortages, continues to unleash a devastating onslaught on the Ukrainian forces. Their tactics include employing various types of ordnance, ranging from artillery to heavy guided aerial bombs. One crucial defense point for the Ukrainians is a massive coke plant situated on the outskirts of Avdivka. It is in this area that the elite snipers from Ukraine's Omega Special Forces take up their positions, using their cover to target advancing Russian soldiers. The snipers, equipped with precision weapons, claim an effectiveness rate of 90% in their operations.
While the Russians initially appeared to have the upper hand and the ability to swiftly encircle the town of Avdivka, the Ukrainian defenders have managed to hold their ground for three months. Their resilience in the face of constant assault deserves recognition, but their resources are rapidly diminishing. It's becoming increasingly challenging to fend off the relentless attacks as the Ukrainian defenses are gradually eroded.
The commander of a Ukrainian drone unit has reported that his team alone has destroyed dozens of Russian armored vehicles and tanks while inflicting heavy casualties on the Russian side, estimating the number of Russian soldiers killed to be between 1,000 and 1,500. Despite these losses, the Russian forces continue to pose a significant threat to the beleaguered Ukrainian defenders in Avdivka, exacerbated by their dwindling ammunition supplies.
As the conflict intensifies, it is clear that Ukraine urgently requires international support to bolster its defenses and ensure the safety and security of its citizens. The situation on the ground remains precarious, and time is running out for President Biden to secure approval for the much-needed $60 billion package of support for Ukraine before the upcoming election.
