Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"Aid to Ukraine is an investment in both our economy and our security. This is on the ballot tomorrow."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:54⏩
- Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATP Geopolitics video.
- He apologises for being late, explaining he got sidetracked watching reaction videos on YouTube, specifically mentioning Charismatic Voice and Virgin Rock. He reminisces about his dad playing Dr Hook's "Sylvia's Mother" during his childhood.
World Bank $600m aid package for Ukraine
🎦 00:54-02:42⏩
- The World Bank has pledged nearly $600 million to Ukraine under the Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprise (RISE) project.
- The project aims to support small and medium-sized businesses, green initiatives, and digitalisation in Ukraine, helping to future-proof the country after the war.
- Jonathan believes this investment will enable Ukraine to compete in the global market post-war.
Canada delivers first NASAMS system to Ukraine
🎦 02:42-03:26⏩
- Canada has finally delivered the first NASAMS air defence system to Ukraine.
- This system was ordered back in 2022 or early 2023 but experienced significant delays, with Canada blaming the US and others suggesting issues with Canada's procurement process.
- Despite the delays, the NASAMS system is expected to be operational in Ukraine by the end of the year.
Australia donates 14 rigid hull boats to Ukraine
🎦 03:26-04:33⏩
- Australia is donating 14 rigid hull boats to Ukraine, valued at $14 million.
- Jonathan ponders the logistics and costs associated with transporting the boats to Ukraine, considering the ongoing war and geographical challenges.
Taiwan sends Hawk systems to Ukraine
🎦 04:33-06:49⏩
- Colby Badwa, a former Department of Defense official, reveals that Ukraine has received Hawk air defence systems from Taiwan.
- This follows speculation in 2022 about Taiwan potentially supplying Ukraine with their Hawk systems, which are Vietnam-era but have been modernised.
- While Taiwan denied the transfer and visual confirmation was lacking, Badwa's statement provides credible indication of the delivery.
- Jonathan notes that the Hawk system, while outdated, is still in use in several countries, and Ukraine would be a priority for receiving any surplus missiles.
Artillery ammunition supply improvements
🎦 06:49-07:48⏩
- Christopher Miller from the Financial Times highlights significant improvements in military aid deliveries to Ukraine.
- Artillery supplies, in particular, have seen marked improvement, closing the gap between Ukrainian and Russian artillery capabilities.
Ukraine receiving supplies more quickly
🎦 07:48-08:20⏩
- Jonathan welcomes the expedited delivery of pledged military aid to Ukraine, as reported by Christopher Miller and indicated by Zelensky.
- He acknowledges past delays in converting pledges into actual aid on the battlefield and stresses the importance of continued efficiency in the process.
Technical issues with previous video
🎦 08:20-08:50⏩
- Jonathan acknowledges and apologises for the technical difficulties with the previous day's video, explaining that the screen recording malfunctioned, requiring him to add screenshots post-recording, leading to a delay.
Germany pledges €200m in humanitarian aid to Ukraine
🎦 08:50-09:31⏩
- During her visit to Ukraine, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock pledged €200 million in additional humanitarian aid.
- The funds will be used for emergency relief measures for the Ukrainian population, including essential supplies like blankets, winter clothing, heating oil, and firewood.
Rheinmetall constructing second defence plant in Ukraine
🎦 09:31-11:33⏩
- German defence company Rheinmetall is completing the construction of a second plant in Ukraine.
- Jonathan emphasises the significance of the German defence industry for European security and its support of Ukraine.
- He believes this move aligns with the growing need for Europe to bolster its own defence capabilities as the US potentially shifts its focus towards China and Taiwan.
- While details about the plant's production are unclear, it is known that Rheinmetall is involved in producing Lynx infantry fighting vehicles and Fuchs APCs. Jonathan speculates that the two plants might be dedicated to producing these vehicles separately.
Ukraine and Lithuania sign drone and ammunition production deal
🎦 11:33-13:32⏩
- Ukraine and Lithuania have signed a memorandum for the joint production of drones, ammunition, and electronic warfare equipment.
- This partnership was formalised during the Lithuanian Defence Minister's visit to Kyiv.
- Additionally, Lithuania has already provided Ukraine with 230 pickups and 240 mine detectors.
- Jonathan commends Lithuania and the Baltic nations for their unwavering support of Ukraine.
US aid to Ukraine: An economic stimulus?
🎦 13:32-14:38⏩
- Jonathan revisits the topic of US aid to Ukraine, highlighting that over $52.1 billion from the US defence industrial base has been directed towards supporting Ukraine, with a projected total exceeding $60 billion.
- He argues that this aid serves as a significant economic stimulus for the US, benefiting various industries and supply chains.
General Dynamics opens a new plant in Dallas
🎦 14:38-17:08⏩
- As a result of increased defence spending due to the Ukraine war, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) has opened a new plant in Dallas, Texas.
- This new facility will produce 155mm artillery shells and create hundreds of jobs.
- Jonathan challenges the view, often espoused by individuals like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., that the military-industrial complex is the driving force behind wars.
- While acknowledging the role of lobbying, Jonathan believes that it's not the sole factor influencing US support for Ukraine. He provides an example of Republican lawmakers voting against aid packages despite their districts benefiting economically from them.
Israel may send captured Russian weapons to Ukraine
🎦 17:08-18:44⏩
- Amir Weizman, chairman of the liberals in the Israeli governing Likud party, suggests that Israel should send captured Russian weapons from Hamas to Ukraine.
- The rationale is that both countries face the same enemies.
- Jonathan points out that Russia has a history of supplying weapons to Hamas and Hezbollah, and that captured Russian weaponry would be familiar to the Ukrainian army, potentially providing them with a tactical advantage.
Ukrainian Legion in Poland receives 500+ applications
🎦 18:44-21:26⏩
- The Ukrainian Legion, a foreign fighter unit based in Poland, has received over 500 applications from Ukrainians in 30 different countries.
- This follows previous reports suggesting low recruitment numbers for diaspora units being established outside of Ukraine.
- Jonathan questions the feasibility of attracting, training, and equipping individuals who have already established lives and careers abroad, and speculates about potential incentives and support required.
- He remains cautiously optimistic that this initiative could bolster Ukraine's forces, potentially in specialised roles like engineering or maintenance.
Calls for mandatory mobilisation of women in Ukraine
🎦 21:26-22:38⏩
- Ukrainian lawyer and soldier Yevhenia Zakarevskaya advocates for the mandatory mobilisation of women in Ukraine, arguing that it's long overdue.
- She stresses the urgent need for troop rotations and intensified mobilisation to address losses and maintain a sustainable fighting force.
- Jonathan acknowledges the complex balance between maintaining a robust military and preserving the social and economic fabric of the country. He notes the ongoing debate surrounding Zelensky's cautious approach to mobilisation.
Germany's response to North Korean support for Russia
🎦 22:38-24:39⏩
- When questioned about increasing military aid to Ukraine in response to North Korea's support for Russia, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasised the importance of existing pledges being fulfilled promptly.
- Jonathan perceives this response as a subtle evasion of the question but acknowledges the validity of Scholz's point. He reiterates the need for faster conversion of pledges into tangible military support on the ground.
- Jonathan commends Germany's transparency in aid delivery, contrasting it with other nations that lack transparency and accountability.
North Korea receives $200 million for aiding Russia
🎦 24:39-26:30⏩
- North Korea has reportedly received $200 million in rice and space technology from Russia in exchange for supporting the war in Ukraine, according to South Korean intelligence.
- The report also suggests that North Korea and Russia are banking on a potential Trump victory in the US election, believing it would lead to a halt in aid to Ukraine.
- Jonathan expresses concern over this development, reiterating his disapproval of Trump's character and policies, particularly regarding Ukraine. He believes a Trump presidency would be detrimental to Ukraine and global stability.
Russia's rising military recruitment costs
🎦 26:30-28:26⏩
- Jonathan examines the escalating costs of military recruitment in Russia, noting that average payments to new recruits have reached record highs.
- He highlights the disparity in payments across different regions of Russia, with lower offers in more affluent areas like Moscow and St. Petersburg, reflecting a deliberate strategy to draw recruits from poorer regions.
- Despite some claims of decreasing payments due to the influx of North Korean troops, the overall trend indicates unsustainable expenditure by the Russian government on the war effort.
- Jonathan concludes that this financial strain likely contributes to the reported cracks within the Russian economy.
Wrap up
🎦 28:26-28:44⏩
- Jonathan thanks viewers for watching and encourages them to like, subscribe, and share the video.
- He announces his plan to create a video about American politics, linking it to Guy Fawkes Night and suggesting a "burn it all down" sentiment.
🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand
Could you please clarify what Jonathan means by "space technology" in the context of Russia's payment to North Korea? Is there more specific information available about the type of technology involved?
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