After each entry into combat positions, the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) is forced to underutilize at least one of its units near Horlivka due to significant losses. This was explained in an interview by the captive soldier Valentin Gulakov of the 5th division of the 28th separate mechanized brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. TASS.
Gulakov said that the Ukrainian troops were on the second line of defense in the direction of Horlivka and had to dig trenches and defend their positions against the enemy.
Pointing to the constant bombardment, he said that they had to hide in the trenches from the mortar and grenade launchers and that they occasionally encountered planes. Each time after entering the position, they went to replenish and upgrade due to the death of their comrades. Gulakov spent a total of 24 days at the combat post.
He also noted that the Ukrainian command made up for the shortage of personnel at the expense of reservists from the mobilized. However, after each new cadre and renewal, they went back to the battle positions and were subjected to constant artillery fire. Gulakov is surprised that he is still alive, as the situation at the front is so dangerous.
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