Ukraine War Upd. EXTRA: The Rich Evading Sanctions, Patriot vs Iris-T, & Russian Injured
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"It's obscene that corruption is endemic right throughout pretty much I assume every system in in Russia if their military is anything to go by"
Hello Team!
Jonathan introduces this Ukraine War Update Extra video, which provides additional insights and information to help viewers better understand the war in Ukraine.
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Russian Injured Statistics
- According to a leaked official document, at least 750,000 Russians (65% of the entire Russian army) are expected to have served in the Ukraine war
- At least 16,000 are forecast to sustain disabling injuries
- The Defenders of the Fatherland Veterans Support Fund, a state-funded organisation headed by Putin's niece Anna Tivileva, is working on programs to support war veterans
- The fund plans to recruit and train 11,000 social coordinators to serve veterans and their families across Russia
- The number of Russians likely to fight in Ukraine exceeds those in any conflict since World War II, and the number of disabled veterans will further burden Russian society and the military
Insane Battle Footage
Jonathan recommends watching an insane 11-minute 20-second video that provides a fascinating tactical insight into what it's like to be in the midst of a battle, including communication between drones, soldiers, and leaders. The full version can be found on Defamon's Twitter feed.
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The Super Rich Evading Sanctions
- Svetlana Maniovich, the wife of Russian Deputy Minister of Defense Timur Ivanov, continues to live a life of luxury in Europe despite her husband's role in the Ukraine war
- Ivanov is responsible for building military infrastructure and rebuilding occupied Mariupol
- Svetlana spends extravagant amounts on designer clothing, jewelry, and properties in Paris and the French Riviera, funded by her husband's corruption and kickbacks from construction contracts
- She has evaded sanctions by illegally obtaining an Israeli passport and preemptively divorcing Ivanov in August 2022
- The Anti-Corruption Foundation has filed complaints and reports to French and EU authorities but has received no response
- They are calling for supporters in Paris to protest near Maniovich's property on April 23rd, demanding sanctions, asset freezes, and their removal from Europe
Patriot vs IRIS-T Air Defense Systems
- The IRIS-T SLM and MIM-104 Patriot are air defense systems designed for different purposes:
- IRIS-T SLM: Short to medium-range, mobile system for protecting ground forces and critical infrastructure against missiles, aircraft, and helicopters. Effective range up to 40 km.
- MIM-104 Patriot: Long-range, stationary system for combating threats at medium to high altitudes, including ballistic and cruise missiles. Effective range up to 160 km.
- Four Patriot launchers have been pledged to Ukraine by the US, Germany, and the Netherlands
- The placement of these systems in Ukraine will be crucial, with Patriots likely positioned near Kyiv to intercept missiles fired from across the border
Contrasting Military Structures
A commenter shares an interesting insight from a military analysis paper:
- Western militaries work like a "beehive," with soldiers sharing information for the benefit of the whole
- In contrast, Middle Eastern militaries are described as closed, clan-like systems where cooperation is limited due to power dynamics and competition
- The commenter suggests that the Russian military may operate similarly, with a lack of cooperation stemming from suspicion and the belief that sharing information undermines individual power
Wrap up
Jonathan thanks viewers for watching this shorter Ukraine War Update Extra video and encourages them to like, subscribe, and share. He expresses his appreciation for the support given to the channel.
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