Russian troops lack the strength to attack Bakhmut and the breakthrough of the Armed Forces - isw

Analysts suggest that the Ukrainian military has significantly strengthened the position west of Bakhmut, and therefore the full environment of the city is unlikely. The Russian forces are likely not to have mechanized forces to attack Bakhmut. Moreover, the tactical assault detachments used by the Russian Federation were probably unable to wage maneuver war. This was stated by analysts of the American Institute for War Study (ISW).

The new report of March 7 states that Russian troops can achieve limited tactical success with infantry frontal attacks. At least this showed the latest attacks in Bakhmut urban areas. Analysts have suggested that the Russian Federation was insufficiently mechanized forces to storm Ukrainian positions west of Bakhmut. Therefore, the environment is unlikely.

"Russian troops are increasingly relying on" assault detachments ", optimized for frontal attacks on fortified areas, not for a shunting war," the report reads. According to experts, these assault units are supported by artillery and tanks that do not leave the rear. The Russian Forces Command will also use such detachments in operations outside urban areas. Experts suggest that this tactic limits the ability of Russian forces to advance.

Yes, even if Bakhmut is occupied, it will only be a tactical victory for the Russians after 10 months of storming. Earlier, Zelensky explained CNN the reasons for keeping Bakhmut. According to the President, car ties of city nodes Kramatorsk and Slavyansk put these cities in the queue under the sight of the invaders, if Russia manages to take control of Bakhmut. Experts told when the war in Ukraine goes into a more active phase.