The modern front line is steadily moving underground, echoing some of the darkest episodes of World War I and its "mole-like" existence. But now, instead of the filthy trenches of trench warfare, infantry are forced to take shelter underground, seeking refuge from the total dominance of drones. Lieutenant Colonel Roman Kovalov, commander of the motorized infantry battalion of the 43rd Separate Mechanized Brigade, explains how these "underground positions" are organized and defended.Читати українською

"They held their positions for 90, 200, and sometimes 240–280 days", we read in the news. Recently, Volodymyr Zelenskyy commended a commander whose unit spent 343 days on the front lines. There are no set rotation periods, but commanders usually try to rotate units much more frequently — from a few days to one or two weeks — to maintain combat capability. So, staying on the front lines for 30–200 days is a consequence of the harsh conditions of war. Here's why this is becoming the norm.Читати українською