When the rail links were cut, he had to scavenge ammunition from abandoned depots and knocked-out supply trucks.

Some local officials said that about 50 containers were destroyed, while others said the attackers set nearly 100 vehicles alight including jeeps and 20 supply trucks.

To aid in the removal of garbage, the government supplied trucks to transport waste.

He did not want his guests to see behind-the-scenes activity, such as supply trucks delivering goods to the city.

The supply trucks would still be needed to repair damages inflicted on these artillery units, however.