Ukraine received cluster munitions from the USA, but has not yet used them in the war against Russia.
This was reported by the commander of the operational and strategic group "Tavria" Oleksandr Tarnavskyi in an interview with CNN.
"We just got them (cluster munitions - ed.), we haven't used them yet, but they can fundamentally change (the situation on the battlefield - ed.)," he said.
He noted that the Russian occupiers understand that after receiving these ammunitions, Ukraine will have an advantage: "The enemy will give up that part of the area where they can be used."
According to Tarnavskyi, the decision on which areas can be used cluster shells will be made by the top management.
He also emphasized restrictions on the use of ammunition, saying that their use is prohibited in densely populated areas, even if they are occupied by Russian forces.
"The Russians think that we will use them on all areas of the front. This is very wrong. But they are very worried," added Tarnavskyi.
Cluster ammunition for Ukraine
Recently, the USA reported on the transfer of cluster munitions and other weapons to Ukraine. American President Joe Biden said that such shells will help the Ukrainian military to continue its counteroffensive.
At the same time, Defense Minister Oleksiy Reznikov dispelled fears about the transfer of cluster munitions and named five main principles in their use. In particular, Ukraine will use shells only to liberate the territories of Ukraine, that is, it will not hit Russia.
Let us add that Russia has been using cluster shells for a long time, killing the Ukrainian population.
Note that cluster munitions release bombs that can cover five times the area of conventional munitions. They consist of dozens of smaller bombs and fly apart when detonated. In view of this, they can pose a danger to civilians for many years after the end of hostilities.
