Ukrainian forces have recently been forced to who controlled since summer of 2025, after a series of intense Russian drones attacks that destroyed their main supply line in Sudzha.
The military analyst David Ax that this withdrawal was probably done at nightin full darkness, to minimize the casualties of Ukrainian soldiers. However, the Loss of key equipment In this process it represents a significant blow for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The fight in Kursk continues, and the Russian forces have advanced towards the border with the Sumy region in order to cut kyiv’s supply lines. The commander in chief of the Ukrainian armed forces, Oleksandr syrskyihe has confirmed that The confrontations persist in the Sudzha suburbsa city almost completely destroyed by Russian attacks.
In this scenario, Ukraine has been forced to leave a considerable part of his heavy teamincluding vehicles and high -value artillery. Among the most important assets that have been left behind are tanques M-1 Abramsproposed by the US in 2023. The 47th Mechanized Brigade of Ukraine, equipped with these vehicles, lost at least 10 units due to intense fighting.
According to Ax, the Abrams tanks were seriously damaged during battles And they were trapped in anyone’s land between the Ukrainian and Russian lines, which made their recovery difficult. Thus, this high -value team was ultimately, Captured by Russian troops.
In addition to the Abrams, Ukraine also lost at least 80 infantry combat vehicles M-2 Bradleyanother crucial asset in its arsenal. These vehicles, known for their mobility, protection and fire power, were sent by the administration of Joe Biden. However, with the loss of so many Bradleys and the uncertainty about new shipments by Donald Trumpthe situation is complicated for Ukrainian forces.
The artillery also suffered a considerable blow, with the Loss of M-777 manufacture of Britishwhich were fundamental in the transition from Ukraine to more modern Western weapons. During Kursk withdrawal, The Russian forces managed to capture at least one of these obusesmarking what could be the first M-777 intact in Russian hands.
