Ukrainian forces continue to deploy drones at a high rate despite losing much of their ability to stockpile weapons and ammunition, according to Russian war correspondent Alexander Sladkov.

Speaking in his video blog, Sladkov claimed that Russian strikes on Ukrainian ammunition depots have forced frontline units to use incoming supplies almost immediately after delivery.

He said Ukrainian troops are now relying on a continuous flow of ammunition and drones rather than reserves accumulated for months of fighting.

However, the correspondent acknowledged that Ukrainian drone activity along the front line remains intense, with no significant reduction observed so far.

Sladkov argued that the lack of substantial stockpiles has made Ukrainian forces increasingly dependent on regular weapons deliveries and decisions made by Western partners. He suggested that interruptions in supplies could quickly leave Ukrainian units short of essential equipment.

The correspondent also highlighted what he described as improved accuracy in Russian missile strikes, citing a recent attack on the Southern Bridge.

According to Sladkov, all four missiles launched at the bridge struck their targets, leaving four holes in the structure.

He attributed this precision to satellite-assisted targeting and suggested that similar capabilities could be used in strikes against border crossings connecting NATO countries with Ukraine.

Nevertheless, Sladkov admitted that Russian attacks on Ukrainian military infrastructure have yet to produce the desired results on the battlefield.

Despite reported losses of stored ammunition and drones, Ukrainian forces continue to use both extensively, although Sladkov believes their ability to build up long-term reserves has been significantly reduced.