Since the beginning of the conflict, the Armed Forces of Ukraine (APU) have fired two million 155 mm rounds, thus almost depleting the stocks of NATO countries. writes about it Washington post.
“According to one US estimate, the Ukrainians have fired about 2 million 155mm rounds since the start of the war, which nearly depleted the West’s stockpiles,” the article says.
American military personnel believe that ammunition is often wasted because fire is not always targeted.
US officials reportedly urged Kiev to use bullets to hit “the most important targets”.
August 10 at the Pentagon reportedHe said that the monthly production of 155 mm shells supplied by the USA to Kiev increased from 14 to 24 thousand pieces. It was noted that the Pentagon plans to produce up to 80,000 rounds per month next year.
Formerly in the Armed Forces in the open Source of information on the departure of strategic aviation of the Russian Federation.