Additional Coverage:
- Ukraine’s recent strikes on arms depots caused the largest loss of Russian and North Korean ammo in the war: UK intel (newsbreak.com)
Ukraine Strikes Russian Ammunition Depots
Ukraine has launched successful strikes on three Russian ammunition depots, causing significant damage and eliminating a substantial amount of Russian and North Korean ammunition.
Intelligence Assessment
According to British intelligence, the strikes represent the largest loss of ammunition for Russia and North Korea since the war began. They occurred in the Tver and Krasnodar Krai regions in September.
Russia’s Struggle
Despite deploying robust air defenses, Russia has struggled to prevent these strikes. The attacks highlight the effectiveness of Ukrainian drones in conducting deep-strike operations within Russia.
Restrictions on Ukraine
Ukraine faces restrictions on using Western-provided long-range missiles to target Russia. However, pressure is growing to lift these restrictions, which could give Ukraine greater flexibility and force Russia to relocate important military assets.
North Korean Support
Russia and North Korea are strengthening ties, with North Korea supplying ammunition to sustain Russia’s war effort. In return, North Korea receives technology to advance its own capabilities.
Russia’s Economic Reliance
Russia’s economy is heavily reliant on the war to prevent a recession. Economists believe that without the conflict, Russia would face an immediate economic downturn.