Amid concerns over a potential Russian offensive, the Ukrainian Army is intensifying efforts to fortify its defenses by digging trenches and building fortifications. The Army is adapting its training methods to reflect modern warfare, including concealing Starlink dishes and emphasizing the importance of deep foxholes.
🇺🇦😞 Armed Forces combat brigades forced to dig trenches under fire, — WSJ ❗️Ukraine is now trying to build fortifications similar to those built by Russia a year ago, because the enemy's defenses showed "deadly efficiency" and allowed to restrain the advance of Ukrainian troops… https://t.co/ktJlvssmPC
Can Ukraine dig fast enuf, lacking ammo? Russia is hitting along the front, seeking gains from its recent capture of #Avdiivka. Kyiv has ordered trenches dug & defenses built, but it's slow going. @mjluxmoore & I look at the dangerous situation. https://t.co/YyepuaocSd via @WSJ
⚡️ WSJ: Slow progress on Ukraine's fortifications ahead of expected Russian offensive. https://t.co/jTxKyIbqHI
With an eye on Ukraine, Army revamps training to reflect modern war https://t.co/7W12oQMvb2
With an eye on Ukraine, Army revamps training to reflect modern war | Soldiers are learning to hide their Starlink dishes—and relearning the importance of digging a deep foxhole. https://t.co/7W12oQMvb2