- According to a defense official, Russia has not yet destroyed a single HIMARS rocket launcher. Politico.
- The Ukrainian war effort has been greatly helped by long-range rocket launchers.
- The official stated that Ukraine still requires much more artillery to fight the future.
The US’s High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems are unmatched in Ukraine’s military prowess.
HIMARS rocket launchers are a long-range and high-precision weapon that have been crucial in Ukraine’s war effort against Russia. With a range reaching up to 50 miles, Ukraine has used the rockets to effectively hit Russian positions and clear out before the enemy can retaliate.
According to a top Defense Department official, Russia has not destroyed a single HIMARS rocket launcher since Ukraine began using them in June. Politico.
No weapon system has ever been used. As big an impact as the HIMARS on the fighting in Ukraine — especially given Russia’s apparent inability to level the playing field.
September saw the announcement of a US security assistance package worth $1.1 billion The number of HIMARS deployed on the Ukrainian battlefield has more than doubledThe 18 additional systems were added to the list, along with the ammunition.
Moscow’s inability put a dent on Ukraine’s HIMARS supplies is This is a common source of frustrationHowever, a land-warfare expert said that the Russians had been among them. InsiderRussia’s failure last month to do so was likely due to incompetence of the military and an old infrastructure.
Insider heard from a military expert that HIMARS is a “perfect weapon” in JulyBecause they exploit Russia’s poor war planning, Ukraine will be a winner. William Alberque, Director of Strategy, Technology and Arms Control at International Institute for Strategic Studies, called the weapons “exactly what the right system is at the right moment.”
According to the same defense official, Ukraine still requires more artillery, despite the HIMARS’ strength. The outlet reported that Ukraine is firing between 4,000 and 7,000 artillery shots per day, compared to Russia’s 22,000.
Ukraine is fighting for territorial reclaim in Kharkiv/Khorasy region. But with winter approaching, infrastructure upgrades will be needed. Friday was the day that the Pentagon made its announcementCzech Republic will be paying for 45 Soviet-era T72 tanks to be upgraded.
The updates are part a $400 million additional in military aid announced by the Biden government this week. This includes missiles for HAWK Air Defense Systems in Kyiv and 250 armored vehicles. There is also 1,100 Phoenix Ghost Drones.
According to a report, the US has committed $18.9 million in security assistance to Ukraine over the past five years since President Joe Biden assumed office. Defense press release.
