The fighting situation in the area is still fierce. Russia can advance and occupy the surrounding area. More and more of Bagmut But still unable to encircle the Ukrainian soldiers. Or advance to the center of Bakmut. However, Russia began to attack Ukraine more severely to want to seize the city as soon as possible observed from the use of hazardous chemicals like white phosphorus in the area
The Russian army used weapons loaded with white phosphorus to attack the Ukrainian army at Charsiv Yar, west of Bakmut.
from the published video There is a continuous sound of gunfire and one can observe various phenomena or actions. occurring above the city’s airspace Especially the falling white phosphorus.
What is white phosphorus? Why is it a dangerous chemical? White phosphorus is easily flammable and difficult to extinguish. Just exposure to oxygen in the air can cause a fire flames with temperatures as high as 1,300 degrees Celsius and also produce large amounts of smoke.
Old Russian people, one year of war Life is hard too.
Ukraine fights all-out in Bakmut Rumor has begun to withdraw some troops. The Russian side began to lack ammunition.
If white phosphorus comes in contact with the human body It can continue to burn the body to the bone, including being toxic to the body. can be absorbed into the bloodstream through the skin It affects the kidneys, liver and heart and causes failure of many internal organs.
If some of the white phosphorus remains in the body It can reignite if exposed to air. The smoke released from burning white phosphorus can also cause severe eye irritation and high sensitivity to light.
Most people die from suffocation or pain from burns. Survivors often face severe physical disabilities.
The chemical has been used in many wars, such as the United States using phosphorus bombs during the Iraq War. or the 2009 Gaza war, in which Israel used phosphorus bombs on civilian residential areas.
However, with such danger The use of phosphorus in war is therefore strictly regulated under international law. Including prohibiting use on civilian and community areas.
But white phosphorus is not classified as a chemical weapon under the Chemical Weapons Convention. Therefore, it is not permanently banned. But can also be used to create smoke to camouflage itself.
Ukraine stated that Russia frequently used munitions loaded with white phosphorus during its war in Ukraine. Even if there is no confirmation But recent video footage suggests that Russia is indeed using the chemical. Although the fighting in Bakmut has grown more and more intense, and Russia can advance to capture more surrounding areas
But the Ukrainian leadership insists on protecting Bakmut with all his might. It said that the Supreme Command of Ukraine had a consensus to strengthen the defense of eastern Ukraine. This includes the besieged city of Bagmut.
There were also reports of an attack on Kramatorsk. which is northwest of the city of Bagmut
Yesterday (March 14), it was reported that Russia had hit Kramatorsk with a missile. As a result, 6 buildings were damaged. And 1 civilian was killed and 3 were injured.
The fighting in Bakmut and surrounding towns in the Donetsk region is still fierce. Even the Ukrainian leader himself has confirmed this. Both sides should have lost quite a few troops.
Although it is not known exactly how many Ukrainian soldiers were killed in the fighting in Bakhmut. But there is an assessment that Probably 100-200 casualties a day.
while the Russian side The Russian Defense Ministry estimates that between 6,000 and 8,000 Russian soldiers were killed, most of them newly mobilized.
reports from ukraine online , which broadcast Ukrainian news on the Telegram app yesterday, is also a sign that the fighting in Bakhmut is still fierce.
Ukraine Online posted a picture of a book purported to belong to Russian officials arrested near the city of Voguedar in Donetsk region.
The content of the memo talks about the loss of Russian troops. For example, on March 1, Russia sent more than 100 soldiers to fight at Vogeldar. But only 16 soldiers survived, or only 3 soldiers survived on March 5.
This means that if the record is real, This means that Russia loses up to 84% of its troops per deployment. which is considered a very high number of manpower losses
Recently, there is another interesting attitude that may be related to the loss of troops. Russia’s defense minister said it would double the production of high-precision rockets.
President Vladimir Russia’s Putin has visited the ‘Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant’, a leading Russian helicopter manufacturer located in Ulan-Ude. Republic of Buriatia Which is about 4,400 km east of Moscow.
President Putin also piloted a short-haul Mi-171A2 helicopter, one of Russia’s most famous models.
In addition, Putin gave an interview about Concerns about the Russian economy after being subject to international sanctions he said Russia’s economy is stronger than expected. despite heavy sanctions from the United States and allied nations
In the midst of an increasingly intense fighting situation Another point of interest is the Syrian leader’s visit to Russia. to strengthen the relationship between the two countries
President Bashar Syrian al-Assad arrived in Russia and was welcomed by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov.
President Al-Assad will meet with President Putin today. It marks the 12th anniversary of the Syrian war. to discuss further strengthening cooperation between the two countries in political, commercial, economic and humanitarian areas, as well as opportunities to end the situation in Syria. Russia has been the main supporter of the Syrian government in the Syrian war for more than a decade.
Russia has launched heavy attacks on the rebel strongholds. Especially in the city of Aleppo that was hit by air strikes until it was heavily damaged. This marked a significant turning point that gave the al-Assad government a greater war advantage.
Syria is also one of the countries that recognize the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics.