In the vast expanse of Ukraine, the shadow of war looms over again, and every move of the Russian army has undoubtedly become the focus of global attention. Recently, the world was shocked by the news that the Russian army had used cluster bombs. This act not only caused consternation among the Ukrainian army, but also made the international community deeply question Russia's military strategy and humanitarian position. "It's you who don't talk about martial arts first", this phrase seems to echo in the Ukrainian sky, against the fire of war and the smoke of gunpowder.
Cluster bombs are highly controversial not only because of their destructive power, but also because their use violates the basic principles of international law and humanitarianism. This kind of ** is characterized by the dispersal of a large number of submunitions over a wide area, which not only poses a threat to military objectives, but more importantly, it indiscriminately threatens the lives of innocent civilians and causes enormous environmental damage.
Body. Cluster bombs: a challenge to international law and humanitarianism
Ross' use of cluster bombs in Ukraine is, first and foremost, a serious provocation to international law and humanitarian principles. The dehumanizing nature of cluster bombs has made them the target of condemnation by the international community. The spread of its submunitions over a wide area not only exacerbates the brutality of the war, but also invisibly reveals Russia's contempt for the international community and its hegemonic tactics against Ukraine. Such acts not only violate the Geneva Conventions on the protection of civilians and non-combatants, but may also constitute war crimes, triggering widespread condemnation and legal accountability from the international community
Tactically powerless and terrorist
Secondly, Russia's use of cluster bombs also reflects a certain weakness of its military. Although cluster bombs are extremely destructive, they are not very efficient in terms of military efficiency, and their hit rate and accuracy are low, and they are often unable to effectively destroy specific military targets. Russia faces resolute resistance from the Ukrainian army and militia in its military operation in Ukraine, as well as military assistance and political pressure from the United States and NATO. Against this background, this action of Russia can be seen as an attempt to create chaos and panic through terrorist means, thereby striking at the will of the Ukrainian people to resist and disintegrating their national unity and national pride.
Deterrence and Negotiation: A Dangerous Game
Finally, Russia uses cluster bombs to demonstrate its military deterrence on the international stage. In the current conflict in Ukraine, Russia's actions are not only a demonstration of its military strength to Ukraine and the West, but also a message that Russia is not afraid of any sanctions and interference, and resolutely defends its interests and influence in Ukraine. By using cluster bombs, Russia appears to be trying to increase its leverage at the negotiating table, forcing Ukraine and Western countries to accept its demands on its territorial and political arrangements for Ukraine.
Epilogue. To sum up, Russia's use of cluster bombs in Ukraine is not only a challenge to international law and humanitarian principles, but also reflects its weakness in military strategy and its tendency to terrorize. Such acts not only exacerbate the brutality of war, but also pose a serious threat to the stability of the international community. In this multipolar and complex international environment, Russia's move has undoubtedly exacerbated regional and even global tensions and brought new uncertainties to the development of international relations.