In early 2025, Russian troops took control of a critical coal mine in Ukraine's Donetsk region, impacting the steel industry. Ukrainian forces, relying on U.S. ammunition for their 203-millimeter howitzers, confront uncertainties in their supply chain amid geopolitical tensions. While Kyiv has ramped up its arms production, it remains heavily reliant on foreign support as diplomatic negotiations stall. The urgency of securing consistent weapon supplies is underscored by commanders' fears of running out, jeopardizing their operational capabilities on the front lines against a larger adversary.
"Without this ammunition, the 2S7 Pion could no longer be deployed on the front line, as there are currently no NATO-compatible rounds that can replace Soviet or American ones."
"Kyiv has increased its arms production in the last three years, but, compared to the world's second-largest army, it still relies heavily on foreign support."
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