Due to recent gains by the Russian army near Avdiivka, some are mistakenly downplaying the town’s strategic importance. People have compared it to Bakhmut and suggested that focusing on Avdiivka is a misguided use of resources. The reality tells a different story, here’s why (Thread)
by rulepanic
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> Lose 8+ brigades, it’s a genius move.
Gosh, Russian bots have a new mental gymnastic patch update
we have seen these kind of articles with Bahkmut too, nothing new on the propaganda front.
I remember when bahkmut was 3 days from Kiev and it was the linchpin that would make the whole eastern front collapse.
Safe to say this kind of hysterics is absolutely moronic. No single settlement will carry that much weight unless it’s truly geographically important. Nothing in the flat(ish) plains of Ukraine holds geographic importance of that caliber. The closest Ukraine has to linchpin settlements are the towns along the dnipro since the river has defined half of the front. Breaking that line would truly change everything and only one side is even trying to do that.
I’ve heard this analysis too (the strategic importance of Avdiivka), which is a worry, but it’s not lost yet.
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Due to recent gains by the Russian army near Avdiivka, some are mistakenly downplaying the town’s strategic importance.
People have compared it to Bakhmut and suggested that focusing on Avdiivka is a misguided use of resources.
The reality tells a different story, here’s why: Image
/1 First off, Avdiivka has evolved into one of Donbas’ most heavily fortified zones between 2014 and 2022. Its defenses feature underground tunnels, concrete bunkers, and a host of other barriers that significantly impede any enemy advance.
Here’s a glimpse: Image
/2 The resilience of Avdiivka and the resources drained by the Russian army in trying to capture it speaks volumes. It has been a focal point of attack since 2022, yet the actual gains by the invading forces are negligible given the resources committed.
/3 Avdiivka holds strategic value as it offers the AFU a launching pad for potential offensives toward Donetsk and Makiivka. AFU artillery can effectively target key areas in Donetsk, where the enemy’s arsenals and troop locations are mixed in with civilian buildings.
/4 Losing Avdiivka would create a significant gap in the defensive line, with Pokrovsk being the next significant defensive hub about 40 km away. Image
/5 While there are various fortified villages between Avdiivka and Pokrovsk, the Russian army’s strategy often involves overwhelming these positions with sheer force, known colloquially as “meat-grinder” assaults.
/6 RU will have enough armored vehicles to maintain the gradual assault for at least another year. They don’t even count people.
As soon as the armored vehicles run out, there is a high probability of seeing assault attempts using Roman turtle tactics. Image
/7 Ukraine is at a resource disadvantage, both in terms of personnel and military equipment. The risk of the Russian army making incremental gains using such brutal tactics is a real concern.
/8 We’re not fearmongering, nor are we suggesting that Avdiivka is on the brink of capture. We’re simply underscoring its strategic importance, which is far different from Bakhmut, which was a recycling point for the PMC Wagner, nothing more.
/9 To sum up, the current tally stands at 157 Russian losses versus 8 Ukrainian. Both sides are making limited advancements, only 1-2 km deep along the front lines.
/10 Ammunition and artillery supplies are paramount for defense in these conditions. According to troops on the ground, cluster munitions are causing significant damage to the invaders, although this has yet to completely lift the pressure.
/11 We hope international allies are tuned in to the ongoing situation and prepared to provide the essential resources for defending this critical front. In times like these, an adequate supply of artillery shells could make all the difference.
Ah yes, another rulepanic doompost. And before you jump and start screeching about how I am illiterate, yes, I have actually read the thread. It’s made to show supplies are needed and even says “We’re not fearmongering”, to which I say – if you have to claim you’re not fearmongering – you are fearmongering. Even though you’re doing that for good reasons.
People are so delusional here
Rules of this sub:
1) Flame anything that is against your bias
2) If that doesn’t work discredit the poster as “Russian bot”
Pathetic