Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"We need to be taking this super seriously and just be super strong. And I think we need to go all in on militarily supporting Ukraine."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:18⏩
Jonathan introduces the video as the second part of the Ukraine War News Update for 24th December 2024, which is Christmas Eve. He wishes everyone a Merry Christmas.
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£1 Billion in financial aid received by Ukraine from Japan and the UK
🎦 00:19-01:18⏩
- Prime Minister Shmyhal announced that Ukraine received $1 billion in financial aid from Japan and the UK.
- The funds were provided under guarantees from the respective governments within the framework of the World Bank's programme.
- Jonathan believes this is likely part of a loan underwritten by frozen Russian assets.
- Jonathan notes that UK, EU, US, Japan and Canada have all frozen Russian assets.
Ukraine receives 86 million euros from European Investment Bank for energy infrastructure protection
🎦 01:19-01:32⏩
- The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided Ukraine's state grid operator, Ukrenergo, with 86 million euros to protect the country's energy infrastructure.
- Jonathan expresses his approval of this development as good news.
Italy extends military aid to Ukraine through 2025
🎦 01:33-02:24⏩
- Jonathan queries whether the 86 million euros could be used for drone defence systems or for structural reinforcements of energy facilities.
- Italy has extended its authorisation to transfer military vehicles, materials, and equipment to Ukraine through 2025.
- An Italian aid package is expected imminently, but the contents are confidential.
France to deliver six Mirage 2005 fighter jets to Ukraine
🎦 02:25-03:12⏩
- France is due to deliver six Mirage 2005 fighter jets to Ukraine in the next few weeks.
- There is no agreement with Greece to add six more Mirages.
- Jonathan acknowledges that six Mirages may not be enough to make a significant difference but will be helpful, especially if they have capabilities that complement the F-16s.
British Army tests new radio frequency weapon against drones
🎦 03:13-04:53⏩
- The British Army has successfully tested a new radio-frequency directed energy weapon (RFDEW) capable of destroying swarms of drones.
- The weapon can neutralise targets up to one kilometre away at an estimated cost of 10p per shot.
- Jonathan highlights the cost-effectiveness of this weapon compared to traditional munitions.
- Jonathan expresses his hope that Ukraine will receive this technology and notes that the British would benefit from testing it in a battlefield environment.
Germany delivers "kinetic defence vehicles" to Ukraine
🎦 04:54-06:44⏩
- Germany has delivered "kinetic defence vehicles" to Ukraine, identified as Enoch MBB infantry mobility vehicles with integrated cameras, sensors, and a minigun mounted in a remote weapon station (RWS).
- Jonathan questions the term "kinetic defence vehicle" but acknowledges the value of remote turrets for crew safety. He expresses his dislike for the vulnerability of having personnel exposed in traditional turrets.
EU to produce 2 million artillery shells in 2025
🎦 06:45-08:03⏩
- The new EU Defence Commissioner, Andreas Koubilias, stated that the EU is expected to produce 2 million artillery shells in 2025.
- However, Koubilias also mentioned that Europe is unlikely to ramp up weapons and ammunition production for Ukraine in the coming years due to insufficient orders from European governments.
- Jonathan finds this contradictory and confusing.
- EU budget funds cannot be used to buy weapons for Ukraine, but funds from the European Peace Facility or frozen Russian assets can be used.
- Ukraine is set to receive approximately 30 billion euros from the EU next year, and Ukrainian authorities will decide how much of this goes towards defence.
EU to integrate Ukrainian defence industry into European defence ecosystem
🎦 08:04-08:43⏩
- A new mechanism is being introduced to integrate Ukraine's defence industry into the European defence ecosystem.
- Jonathan believes this will benefit Europe, especially in areas like drone technology, where Ukraine is gaining significant expertise.
Ukrainian company to produce artillery shells under agreement with Czechoslovak Group
🎦 08:44-09:53⏩
- Ukrainian Armoured Vehicles has received licenses to produce various types of 155mm, 107mm, and 120mm artillery shells under an agreement with the Czechoslovak Group.
- This includes licenses for shells used with Western-donated main battle tanks.
- Production will begin in 2025 and gradually move to more advanced projectiles by 2026.
Ukraine developing missile capable of reaching Moscow
🎦 09:54-11:36⏩
- Ukraine is developing a powerful missile, the "Trombita", capable of reaching Moscow, with serial production of three missiles expected by the end of 2025.
- Ukraine is developing more than 10 missile projects, some of which are already ready.
- The basic model of the Trombiota has a range of 200 km, but a larger model is in development. Jonathan mentions this missile was developed in backyards by Ukrainian volunteers.
- The Trombiota is significantly cheaper than Western or Russian cruise missiles and operates like a V-1 flying bomb.
Ukraine developing rocket drones as alternative to Western-made ranged weapons
🎦 11:37-12:25⏩
- Ukraine is also developing long-distance unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) as an alternative to Western-made ranged weapons.
- Jonathan criticises comments from individuals like Mike Waltz, who advocate for a Trumpian forced negotiation, as not being beneficial to Ukraine. He emphasises that Ukraine's needs and desires should be prioritised.
US ramping up missile production, some likely destined for Ukraine
🎦 12:26-13:03⏩
- The US is ramping up missile production, including JASM, LRASM, and Tomahawk cruise missiles.
- Ukraine is likely to receive JASM missiles.
- The US Defense Department has provided $253.7 million to Williams International through the Defense Production Act (DPA) for this purpose.
Ukraine's Trombiota missile compared to German V1 bombs
🎦 13:04-13:53⏩
- Oliver Carroll describes the Trombiota missile as "cheap and cheerful," using technology from German V1 bombs.
- Jonathan highlights Ukraine's history of missile technology dating back to Soviet times and suggests that the Trombiota could be an important part of their arsenal.
First unit of Ukrainian Legion formed in Poland departs for Ukraine
🎦 13:54-14:30⏩
- The first unit of the Ukrainian Legion, formed in Poland, has departed for Ukraine.
- Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar confirmed their departure.
- Jonathan notes that the number of soldiers is unclear, but it seems to be fewer than initially hoped.
- The next group is expected to sign contracts with Ukraine's armed forces in early 2025 and begin training at a Polish training ground. These are members of the Ukrainian diaspora.
Ukrainian forces to undergo NATO-inspired training
🎦 14:31-14:42⏩
- Ukrainian forces will undergo training based on new NATO-inspired standards, focusing on search and rescue, survival tactics, and evasion of capture.
- Jonathan again emphasises NATO interoperability and standards.
Keir Starmer hints at deploying British troops to western Ukraine for training
🎦 14:43-14:48⏩
- Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK Labour Party, has hinted that British troops could be deployed to western Ukraine to train soldiers.
Comment by Max24 on the need for stronger red lines against Russia
🎦 14:49-15:35⏩
- Jonathan shares a comment by Max24, who argues for stronger red lines against Russia to prevent escalation. Max24 suggests that the West needs to be more assertive and clearly communicate the consequences of Russian actions to Putin.
Ukraine planning to create cyber forces
🎦 15:36-16:17⏩
- Ukraine is planning to create cyber forces under the armed forces, with the ability to recruit cyber reservists without military status.
- The cyber forces will report to the commander-in-chief of the armed forces and politically to the president.
- Jonathan highlights the importance of cyber warfare and mentions that cyber attacks have often preceded large-scale missile attacks on Ukraine's energy grid.
North Korea to supply more arms to Russia
- Satellite imagery suggests that North Korea is preparing to supply more arms to Russia, in addition to the 20,000 shipping containers already sent.
- Jonathan notes that 60% of Russia's mortar bombs and artillery ammunition are now estimated to come from North Korea.
Russia increasing production of Shahed-136 drones
🎦 17:04-17:32⏩
- Russia is reportedly producing around 2,000 Shahed-136 drones per month, with an estimated 10,000 produced at its own facilities in 2024.
- Jonathan acknowledges the possibility of Russia manipulating the numbers based on serial number tracking.
Russia and Iran to sign comprehensive agreement
🎦 17:33-18:17⏩
- Russia and Iran plan to sign a comprehensive agreement on January 19th, which may give Iran access to Russian nuclear technologies and new types of weapons.
- Jonathan expresses concern about the strengthening "axis of evil" consisting of Russia, Iran, North Korea, and China. He emphasises the need for strong military support for Ukraine.
Russian remote-controlled vehicle runs over its operator
🎦 18:18-19:23⏩
- Jonathan shares a video of a Russian remote-controlled vehicle running over its operator. He jokingly calls it a demonstration of the scientific method.
- He also uses the video to illustrate the size and potential capabilities of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) being developed in the conflict.
Wrap up
🎦 19:24-20:36⏩
- Jonathan thanks viewers for their support and mentions the Car for Ukraine campaign, which is close to reaching 38,000 euros.
- He expresses pride in the growth of the ATP Geopolitics channel, which has now surpassed 100,000 subscribers across all channels.
- He encourages viewers to support the smaller channels and aims to reach 150,000 subscribers early next year.
- He signs off, promising to speak to viewers soon.
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