Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"South Korea should move ahead right away."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:15⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATP Geopolitics Ukraine War News Update. He notes this video, the second part for June 23rd, 2024, will be shorter as there isn't much news regarding military aid for Ukraine.
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South Korea considers lethal aid to Ukraine
🎦 00:15-03:39⏩
South Korea is considering supplying lethal aid to Ukraine in response to North Korea's security agreement with Russia. They are concerned about the advanced military technology Russia might provide to North Korea in exchange. Jonathan analyses South Korea's statement, highlighting their concern is not about North Korean equipment going to Russia but the "technological knowledge and equipment of a much higher spec" going back to North Korea. Jonathan is cautious about South Korea's stance, stating "Ukraine really needs South Korea" and expresses his concern that South Korean aid may be contingent upon Russia supplying North Korea with military technology. Jonathan believes Ukraine needs immediate aid and is concerned about potential delays due to this contingent approach. He emphasises the urgency by stating "now now now is what we are all shouting" and that Ukraine is forming new combat brigades and needs this aid immediately.
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Ukraine forms new combat brigades within National Police
🎦 04:00-05:19⏩
Jonathan discusses Ukraine's formation of new combat brigades within its National Police force, as reported by the Minister of Internal Affairs. These brigades will reinforce the defense forces with 6,000 officers directly participating in repelling Russian aggression. He remarks on the demanding workload of Ukrainian police officers, many of whom are working in active combat zones or near the Russian border.
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Ukrainian soldiers receive basic training in Germany
🎦 05:19-06:57⏩
Jonathan reports that Germany has started providing basic training to Ukrainian soldiers for the first time, joining the UK and Poland. The training includes basic combat skills, trench digging and drone camouflage techniques. Jonathan observes that Ukrainian soldiers, with their frontline experience, may have more expertise in certain areas than their trainers. He welcomes the news of increased training opportunities, highlighting the need for training across all branches of the Ukrainian armed forces.
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Romania and Ukraine sign military cooperation memorandum
🎦 06:57-08:14⏩
Jonathan reports that Romanian defense company Petro Mil and Ukraine's Ukroboronprom have signed a memorandum of cooperation in the defense industry, focusing on equipment maintenance and ammunition production. He compares this partnership with similar collaborations between Ukraine and countries like France, the UK, and the US, where their defense industries are integrating with Ukraine's. Jonathan is unsure if Romanian facilities will be established within Ukraine or if the cooperation will be based in Romania.
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Jonathan criticises restrictions on use of Western weapons
🎦 08:14-08:53⏩
Jonathan expresses frustration over the restrictions placed on Ukraine regarding the use of Western weaponry against Russia, particularly the Biden administration's rule limiting strikes to within 100 kilometers of Russian territory. He argues that these limitations hinder Ukraine's ability to defend itself effectively.
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Russia deploys Iranian-made Arash kamikaze drones
🎦 08:53-10:26⏩
Jonathan reports on Russia's use of Iranian-made Arash kamikaze drones in Ukraine, with initial strikes reported near Ochakiv, a Ukrainian marine training facility. He describes the Arash-2, with its 2,000-kilometer range and 150-kilogram warhead, as comparable to a cruise missile in functionality. Jonathan questions the distinction between such drones and cruise missiles, highlighting their similar capabilities.
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Russia uses T-55 tanks, highlighting potential equipment shortages
🎦 10:59-12:42⏩
Jonathan discusses footage appearing to show Russia deploying T-55 tanks, suggesting potential equipment shortages due to heavy losses. He notes that while tanks are typically used for direct fire, they can be employed for indirect fire support, similar to artillery. Jonathan posits that these outdated tanks might be utilised for indirect fire support if Russia is facing artillery shell shortages.
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Wrap up
🎦 12:42-12:50⏩
Jonathan thanks viewers for watching, asks them to like, subscribe, and share, and acknowledges the shorter length of the video due to limited news.
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