Is there a military reason behind the Nova Kakhovka disaster?

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The destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam in Ukraine is a disaster that has caused massive destruction and suffering. While one might expect there to be significant military implications, the analyst argues that the consequences will be limited. The dam was 30 meters tall and hundreds of meters wide, holding back 18 cubic kilometers of water in a reservoir. It was a vital source of electricity, water, and irrigation for southern Ukraine.

When the dam was destroyed, the water poured into the surrounding areas, causing widespread flooding, damage, and potential health risks. The floodwaters will eventually recede, but the reservoir will shrink, making it easier for Ukraine to attack across the river.

The analyst believes that Russia’s motivations for destroying the dam are unclear. In the short term, it may have created an obstacle for Ukrainian troops, but in the long run, it will make it easier for Ukraine to attack. The analyst questions why Russia did it, suggesting that it may be an act of panic, a mistake, or miscommunication within the Russian military. The collapse of the dam has created an opportunity for Ukraine to launch an attack across the river, which they may not have been able to do otherwise. The analyst concludes that the destruction of the dam is unlikely to have been a strategic decision, but rather a mistake or incompetent move by the Russian military.

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