Elbit Ammo, Putin the Peacemaker (!), & Pinpoint Drones
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"Western observers seem to assume that Russia will welcome an end to war he's stuck in and they're wrong."
Hello Team!
Jonathan introduces this Ukraine War Update Extra video, which provides additional insights and analysis on the war in Ukraine.
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Putin's Interest in Continuing the War
- A thread by political scientist Alexander Djokic argues that Western pundits wrongly assume Ukraine is the unrelenting party refusing to negotiate.
- In reality, Putin is not ready to end the war as it has become a necessity for his political survival. Even a low-intensity war without agreements is preferable to Putin over unfavorable outcomes.
- The West cannot abandon Ukraine, so the only way to end the conflict is by increasing aid to Ukraine, not constraining it. Putin plans to die in power, so the war will likely continue indefinitely.
Elbit Systems Establishes Artillery Ammunition Factory
- Elbit Systems, an Israeli defense company, was awarded a $135 million contract to establish an artillery ammunition factory for an unnamed international customer, to be completed in 24 months.
- The company offers various munitions and has a current production capacity of over 250,000 shells per year. It is seeking to expand into the European market.
- The Ukraine war serves as an "expo" for defense companies to showcase their products to potential international buyers. While uncomfortable, the defense industry is necessary to counter aggressive nations like Russia.
- Ukraine would benefit from having a sustainable indigenous military-industrial complex, but still needs immediate ammunition supplies and financing from abroad.
Russian Soldiers Surrendering and Drone Warfare
- Over a dozen Russian soldiers recently surrendered, according to a Ukrainian commander. Footage shows a Russian soldier running across a field to surrender to Ukrainian forces.
- Russian soldiers face dire choices - retreating risks being shot by barrier troops, advancing means likely death by the enemy, and staying put leaves them vulnerable to drone strikes. Surrendering is often the best chance of survival.
- Drone warfare has reached unprecedented levels in Ukraine. Drones can chase down vehicles, fly through windows, drop munitions with pinpoint accuracy, and even detonate remotely. This marks a frightening new era of warfare.
Wrap up
Jonathan thanks viewers for watching and encourages them to like, subscribe, and share the video. He signs off with "take care" and "toodle pip".
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