…Researched and contributed by Joseph Benjamin.
The Russian forces have reportedly launched a powerful attack on Ukrainian troops in Bakhmut, also known as Artemovsk in Russia.
The Russian military has been actively using UPAB-500 gliding 500-kilo bombs, according to reports.
Military expert and former special forces officer, Anatoly Matviychuk, believes that the Russian forces are using weapons that they had saved “for a rainy day.”
He stated that Russia is sending a clear message to the West that the more weapons the West supplies to Ukraine, the more losses the Ukrainian troops will suffer.
Weapons Saved “for a Rainy Day”
In an interview with MK publication, Matviychuk referred to President Putin’s remarks, who claimed that the Russian forces had not started anything serious yet.
Matviychuk mentioned that Russia has not used all the weapons and means at its disposal.
The expert explained that the enemy was building up its forces, and in response to Western arms supplies to Ukraine, Russia is stepping up the production of military products.
The large-caliber high-explosive aerial bombs are being used to destroy control systems and advanced weapons supplied by the West.
The Bakhmut Bombings
The recent bombings in Bakhmut have caused concern as they indicate an escalation of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The UPAB-500 gliding bombs are known for their high accuracy and the ability to penetrate concrete and armor, causing significant damage to the enemy’s military infrastructure.
This development has come amid reports of a Russian military buildup near the Ukrainian border, which has raised fears of an imminent invasion.
The situation remains tense, with both sides accusing each other of aggression and violating ceasefire agreements.
The use of powerful weapons in Bakhmut by Russia is a reminder that the conflict is far from over and that it could escalate further.