"Russia Outpaces US and Europe in Artillery Shell Production for Ukraine"
Russia is producing nearly three times more artillery munitions than the US and Europe for potential use in a future offensive in Ukraine, with a monthly output of about 250,000 shells. The US and Europe collectively have the capacity to generate only about 1.2 million munitions annually for Ukraine. The US military's goal to produce 100,000 rounds of artillery a month by the end of 2025 is now out of reach due to stalled funding in Congress. Russia's production advantage is seen as crucial in determining the outcome of the conflict, as Ukraine faces ammunition and manpower shortages on the front lines. Despite efforts by European nations to make up the shortfall, the overall math currently favors Moscow, particularly if additional US aid does not materialize.