Ukraine asserts it has eliminated two depots filled with weapons belonging to the Russian army
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported on Wednesday that they targeted and destroyed two Russian Army weapon depots located in the city of Bakhmut in the Donetsk region, which has been the focal point of ongoing clashes between the two sides.
According to Serhii Cherevati, spokesman for the Ukrainian Army Group Eastern Forces, the operation hit multiple targets. He noted that the strikes first disrupted a large concentration of military personnel and equipment, and then destroyed two ammunition depots in Avdiivka and Liman. The statement emphasizes the strategic value of high precision systems in the ongoing campaign, including HIMARS missile launchers and self propelled MLRS units, which are designed to strike with pinpoint accuracy against enemy concentrations.
Cherevati highlighted that these systems have repeatedly demonstrated their effectiveness on the battlefield, producing favorable outcomes in the offensive and contributing to the degradation of enemy logistics and firepower. The attack on Sunday is cited as an example of the impact of such precision weapons, with reports indicating casualties among Russian forces and the disruption of supply lines. While the exact figures of losses vary across sources, the Ukrainian side emphasized that the operation targeted critical hubs where ammunition and equipment were stored, thereby reducing the adversary’s capacity to sustain operations in the region. The report suggests that the combined effect of missile and artillery fire, supported by advanced guidance systems, can significantly alter the tempo of combat and create opportunities for further advances in nearby fronts.
Analysts note that the dynamics of the Donetsk region have been shaped by repeated waves of strikes against strategic storage sites and command centers. The focus on Avdiivka, Liman, and Makivka underscores the importance of controlling logistics nodes that enable the rapid movement and resupply of troops. Observers caution that both sides are continually adapting, with countermeasures and retaliatory actions likely to accompany any successful strikes. Nevertheless, the assertion from Ukrainian officials about destroying depots and diminishing enemy capabilities contributes to the broader narrative of an intensified campaign aimed at pressuring Russian forces in a region that has seen protracted fighting for years. The ongoing exchanges remain a key concern for regional stability and international involvement, as allied countries monitor developments and weigh their strategic responses to evolving battlefield realities [Attribution: Ukrainian Armed Forces].