💨 Abstract

Ukraine has significantly increased its production of mortar shells from zero before the Russian invasion to millions annually. However, a global explosives shortage is limiting efforts to expand the weapons industry. Ukraine aims to reduce dependence on Western military aid, with mortar shells being an essential weapon against infantry-led assaults. The shortage is due to global production bottlenecks and high demand, causing a shortage of explosives.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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