The Ukrainian army is facing a serious crisis. According to the publication 'Khvylia', information about this was published in The Telegraph.
Russian aggression against Ukraine has forced tens of thousands of Ukrainian soldiers to return from the front with amputated limbs, leading to a lifelong support need for many of them. Not all such losses occurred due to direct injuries in battle.
The chief military surgeon of Ukraine stated: 'Approximately a quarter of all amputations occur due to the improper use of standard medical supplies - this concerns tourniquets for stopping bleeding.'
Medical assistance on the battlefield in Ukraine was designed according to the standards of the USA and its allies who participated in conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, these standards do not meet the current requirements of modern conflict.
Impact on Ukraine's future
According to experts, the large scale of amputations among young fighters will have serious implications for future generations.
A former surgeon of the British Army has said that the consequences of this conflict will be felt in Ukraine for many years, both economically and psychologically. Many of the fighters defending the country are mobilized citizens who should expect support on psychological and physical levels.
The surgeon emphasized: 'The state must be ready to support the fighters who risk their lives defending the country as a sovereign state. Violating this unwritten contract can have significant consequences.'
Experts believe that violating the 'conditions' of such a contract could seriously affect Ukraine's future. There has also been previous information about the movement of trained drone operators to the Kherson region by Russia.
The presented news discusses a serious crisis facing the Ukrainian army due to the large number of amputations among soldiers returning from the front. This can have serious consequences for both the fighters and the future of Ukraine in general, including economic and psychological aspects. Soon, the authorities will need to make important decisions regarding the support of military personnel who risk their lives for the country.