Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:08⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to the second part of the Ukraine War News Update for the 9th of October 2024.
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Ramstein Meeting Postponed
🎦 00:08-01:16⏩
- The Ramstein meeting, scheduled for October 12th, has been postponed.
- Jonathan speculates that the postponement may be related to the US election, as Joe Biden was due to attend and may have had scheduling conflicts with campaigning.
Hungary Blocks EU Aid to Ukraine
🎦 01:16-03:22⏩
- Hungary has blocked the €35 billion aid package promised to Ukraine by the European Union.
- The package, a loan underwritten by frozen Russian assets, will not be unlocked until after the US election.
- Hungarian Finance Minister stated the decision will be made after seeing "in which direction the future US administration will move."
- Jonathan criticises this decision, questioning the relevance of the US election to the EU's support for Ukraine.
- He expresses frustration with Viktor Orbán's pro-Trump stance and Hungary's ability to veto EU actions.
German Military Aid Update
🎦 03:22-04:20⏩
- Germany has delivered an ST SLM medium-range fire unit and two RST SLS launchers to Ukraine.
- The delivery was confirmed by Major General Christian Freuding, Head of the Planning and Command Staff and Head of Situation Centre Ukraine in the German Ministry of Defence.
- The ST SLM fire unit was co-financed by Norway through the German Immediate Action on Air Defence Initiative (IAADI).
French Military Aid and Training Update
🎦 04:20-06:05⏩
- The French army is training 2,300 Ukrainian soldiers in eastern France during October and November.
- French President Emmanuel Macron plans to visit the training base.
- Upon completion of training, France will transfer a complete equipment package to the Ukrainian 155th Brigade.
- The package includes:
- 128 armoured vehicles, including VABs (Véhicule de l'Avant Blindé).
- 18 Caesar self-propelled howitzers.
- 18 AMX-10 RC wheeled armoured fighting vehicles.
- Rumours suggest that France may also supply Leclerc main battle tanks to the unit, as equipment has previously disappeared from official inventories before appearing in Ukraine.
SAMP/T NG Air Defence System
🎦 06:05-10:23⏩
- France and Italy are jointly developing the SAMP/T NG (Sol-Air Moyenne Portée Terrestre Nouvelle Génération), a next-generation air defence system, as a European alternative to the American Patriot system.
- The SAMP/T NG successfully passed its first test, intercepting a target with its Aster 30 B1NT missile.
- Key features and advantages of the SAMP/T NG:
- Can engage targets over 350 km away and shoot them down at ranges beyond 150 km.
- 360-degree target engagement capability, unlike the Patriot system, which requires multiple units for similar coverage.
- The development is driven by:
- The urgent need for enhanced air defence in Europe following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- The EU's push for strategic autonomy in defence procurement, aiming for 60% of procurements to come from within Europe.
- France has ordered 12 SAMP/T NG systems, while Italy will acquire 10. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2026.
- Jonathan highlights the need for Ukraine to acquire longer-range air defence systems like the SAMP/T NG to counter Russian ballistic missiles, although their effectiveness compared to Patriots remains unclear.
RIM-174 Standard ERAM: A Potential Game-Changer for Ukraine?
🎦 10:23-18:27⏩
- Jonathan discusses the RIM-174 Standard ERAM (Extended Range Active Missile), a US Navy missile currently in production.
- While it's designed for various targets, including ballistic missiles, Jonathan emphasises its potential against Russian aircraft dropping guided glide bombs.
- Key features:
- Very long range: 240 km against air targets, up to 460-500 km against land targets.
- High speed: Mach 3.5.
- Can be launched from ships and potentially adapted for ground-based launchers and aircraft.
- Jonathan argues that its range and speed make it ideal for countering Russian aircraft that currently evade Ukrainian air defences by using early warning and their speed to escape the Patriot missile's range.
- He references the YouTube channel 'HM Experience' for a detailed analysis of the missile's capabilities.
- Despite its high cost (estimated at $5 million per missile), Jonathan believes acquiring the RIM-174 Standard ERAM would be a worthwhile investment for Ukraine.
- Jonathan expresses frustration that Ukraine still lacks effective means to counter Russian aircraft two and a half years into the war.
Swedish PBV 302 Armoured Vehicles: More Than Just Taxis
🎦 18:27-21:46⏩
- Jonathan discusses the Swedish-supplied PBV 302 armoured vehicles en route to Ukraine (estimated at 200 units).
- While similar in appearance to the M113, he believes the PBV 302s are more modern and capable, having been continuously updated by the Swedish military.
- He highlights a comment from Per Ljusberg, who served in a PBV 302 during his Swedish military service:
- Ljusberg was surprised by the number of PBV 302s still available, assuming they had been scrapped.
- He believes the vehicles, rather than gathering dust, should be put to good use.
- He consulted a friend who operated the PBV 302 in Bosnia, concluding that it's more capable than many assume, offering good protection for its crew.
- It can also be converted into an armoured ambulance.
- Jonathan and Ljusberg believe that given the poor state of Russian equipment, the PBV 302s could be effective even in their original combat role, particularly against Russian infantry.
- Jonathan emphasises that these vehicles should be used in conjunction with well-equipped anti-tank teams (e.g., Javelins, NLAWs), maximizing their effectiveness.
Ukraine Considering Lifting Arms Export Ban to Boost Drone Industry
🎦 21:46-29:24⏩
- The Financial Times reports that Ukraine is considering lifting its arms export ban to boost its burgeoning drone industry.
- The ban, imposed at the start of the war, aimed to ensure the Ukrainian military had priority access to domestically produced weapons.
- Ukraine's drone industry faces a funding gap, limiting its ability to meet domestic demand and invest in R&D.
- Lifting the ban could:
- Generate up to $20 billion in revenue, according to Oleksandr Marikovskyi, Head of the Ukrainian Parliament's economic subcommittee.
- Attract foreign investment, bolstering Ukraine's defence industry.
- Jonathan acknowledges the counterintuitive nature of exporting weapons during a war. However, he believes the influx of funds could ultimately allow Ukraine to procure even more drones for its armed forces.
- He contrasts Ukraine's drone production capacity with Russia's, casting doubt on claims that Russia significantly outproduces Ukraine.
- Jonathan highlights the challenge of determining "excess production" for export, which could be a point of contention.
- He cites conflicting claims regarding the state of Ukraine's drone supply, with some sources suggesting a "colossal shortage" while others indicate Ukraine operates more drones than Russia.
- Jonathan believes Ukraine will emerge as a global leader in drone technology due to its rapid adaptation and innovation during the war.
- He discusses the need for standardization in Ukraine's drone industry. While the diversity of drones has fostered innovation, it also creates logistical challenges.
- Jonathan cites Yuriy Kasyanov, a drone expert, who describes the situation as a "zoo of drones," highlighting the need for some level of government oversight and standardisation.
- He emphasizes the importance of long-term planning and investment in education to ensure the sustainability of Ukraine's drone industry.
North Korean Military Support for Russia
🎦 29:24-30:32⏩
- South Korean Defence Minister, Lee Jong-seop, confirms that North Korea is likely sending military personnel to Ukraine to assist Russia.
- There are reports of North Korean casualties, potentially from a recent missile strike.
- Jonathan notes that the North Koreans appear to be receiving training from the Russians, contrasting with earlier instances where Iranian personnel trained Russians on operating Iranian-supplied drones.
- He expresses concern over the deepening military cooperation between North Korea and Russia.
Russia's Su-57 Stealth Fighter Production Stalled
🎦 30:32-32:49⏩
- The Telegraph reports that production of Russia's Su-57 stealth fighter has stalled due to a lack of critical Western components.
- Western sanctions have severely impacted Russia's access to essential electronics and hardware, hindering its ability to produce advanced weaponry.
- The Su-57 has seen very limited use in Ukraine, with only a few reported instances.
- Jonathan explores potential reasons for the lack of Su-57 deployments:
- The aircraft may not be as capable as claimed.
- A shortage of trained pilots and limited logistical support.
- The Su-57's capabilities may not be suitable for the current situation in Ukraine.
- He draws parallels with the T-14 Armata tank, another advanced Russian weapon system that has been conspicuously absent from the conflict, suggesting that performance issues may be a factor.
- Jonathan concludes that the lack of Su-57 deployment, coupled with the reported production halt, suggests significant challenges within Russia's military-industrial complex.
Bob Woodward's Book Reveals US Concerns Over Nuclear Escalation
🎦 33:01-35:45⏩
- Jonathan briefly discusses Bob Woodward's new book, "War," which reveals insights into the US approach to the Ukraine conflict.
- Key revelations include:
- Donald Trump gifted COVID-19 testing equipment to Vladimir Putin.
- Trump allegedly made seven phone calls to Putin after leaving office, potentially violating the Logan Act.
- The US received detailed plans of Russia's invasion from a source within the Kremlin.
- Joe Biden has privately labelled Putin as the "epitome of evil."
- Strained relations between Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu.
- Jonathan focuses on Woodward's suggestion that the US has been cautious in its support for Ukraine due to fears of nuclear escalation.
- He believes this fear, stemming from successful Russian nuclear blackmail, explains the US's reluctance to provide Ukraine with certain weapon systems.
- He dismisses alternative explanations offered by the Pentagon, such as concerns about Ukrainian capabilities or equipment shortages, as "BS."
Wrap Up
🎦 35:45-35:57⏩
- Jonathan concludes the update, thanking viewers for their support.
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