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The conflict has raised questions regarding NATO’s tactical frameworks in comparison with Russian operational strategies. An article highlighted the advantages of Russian tactical deployment, which emphasizes quantity over quality—a stark contrast to NATO’s approach that favors precision and high-tech weaponry. The debate on this tactical divergence has led to accusations that Ukrainian forces have wasted expensive NATO weapons by applying Soviet-style tactics.
The issue at hand is not merely one of blame; it is about understanding the operational challenges faced by Ukrainian forces, which have adapted their use of Western weaponry to fit the realities on the ground. Critically, the art of protracted warfare requires different strategic priorities compared to conventional combat.