Ukraine uses three times less shells than Russia

The Washington Post reported the information. 

The outlet noted that Ukrainians, like the Russian army, are experiencing an acute shortage of ammunition. In a situation of "shell hunger," the advantage goes to the one who manages to save more weapons. At the same time, the outlet’s sources emphasize that even with the shortage, Ukraine fires about 7,700 shells a day, or about one every six seconds. At the same time, Russia is firing more – according to some estimates, three times as many.

"To keep up with their adversary and still conserve ammunition, the Ukrainian military is now pickier in selecting targets, often prioritizing equipment over small groups of infantry. Precision is key because misses mean wasted shells," the article says.

In addition, the Washington Post points out that the Ukrainian Armed Forces are still running out of ammunition, although Western countries are trying to increase production. Sometimes a third country friendly to Ukraine buys the shells through an intermediary and then secretly delivers them to Kyiv to avoid political consequences.

• Norway and Denmark will cooperate to provide Ukraine with 8,000 artillery rounds. Oslo will send 155-mm artillery shells, and Copenhagen will provide the appropriate fuses.

• Bulgaria, through intermediaries, may transfer EUR 175 million worth of old ammunition to Ukraine. This amount could change the course of events at the frontline.