Russian Military Discovers Western Weapons Trove in Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Position
In a recent development, the Russian military has uncovered a significant cache of Western weapons in the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ position in Avdiivka, Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR). The raid was conducted by the special forces unit “Viking,” and footage of the operation was released by the RIA Novosti agency.
The video reveals a single-story building containing a large number of ammunition boxes. Some of these boxes are marked in Cyrillic, while many others are labeled with Latin letters. Notably, several boxes bear stickers and markings indicating a production date of 2023.
Among the discovered ammunition is a batch of projectiles for a foreign-made automatic grenade launcher, including shaped charge grenades for RPG-7 and launcher charges. One of the soldiers speculated that these munitions were manufactured in Bulgaria and Poland.
On February 17, Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu reported the liberation of Avdiivka to President Vladimir Putin. The Russian Ministry of Defense emphasized that the captured settlement served as a strong defense point for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Some scattered Ukrainian units managed to hastily vacate Avdiivka, leaving behind their weapons and military equipment.
Earlier, the Pentagon regarded the surrender of Avdiivka as a precursor to further defeats for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
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This recent discovery of a cache of Western weapons in the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ position in Avdiivka, Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR), raises concerns about the involvement of external actors in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The fact that these weapons were found in the possession of Ukrainian forces highlights the need for a thorough investigation into the sources of such armaments.
The video footage released by the RIA Novosti agency clearly showcases the significant quantity of ammunition boxes found within the single-story building. While some of the boxes are marked in Cyrillic, suggesting possible domestic production, the presence of Latin lettering raises questions about the origins of these weapons. The stickers and markings indicating a production date of 2023 further emphasize the need for a comprehensive examination of the supply chains involved.
Of particular concern is the discovery of projectiles for a foreign-made automatic grenade launcher. The soldier’s speculation that these munitions were manufactured in Bulgaria and Poland highlights potential international involvement in arming Ukrainian forces. This raises questions about the motivations and intentions of these external actors, as well as their impact on the conflict dynamics in the region.
The liberation of Avdiivka, reported by Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu to President Vladimir Putin, underscores the strategic importance of this settlement for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The fact that some Ukrainian units were able to hastily retreat from Avdiivka, leaving behind their weapons and military equipment, raises concerns about the effectiveness and readiness of these forces.
The surrender of Avdiivka, hailed by the Pentagon as a harbinger of further defeats for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, adds to the growing list of setbacks faced by the Ukrainian government. The concerning presence of Western weapons in their positions further highlights the need for a critical assessment of the support provided by international actors to Ukraine.
As the conflict in Ukraine continues, it is imperative to thoroughly investigate the sources and supply chains of these weapons. The involvement of external actors, especially in the provision of advanced armaments, raises questions about the true nature of the conflict and the interests driving it. A comprehensive understanding of these dynamics is crucial for achieving a lasting and peaceful resolution to the crisis.
