Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid & Geopolitical News

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Hello Team

🎦 00:00-00:11⏩

Jonathan welcomes viewers to another video and announces that it will be a military aid and geopolitical news update. This is the second part of the Ukraine War News Update for the 24th of August 2024.

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Latvian Military Aid

🎦 00:11-01:07⏩

Latvia has sent 1,400 drones to Ukraine, marking the conclusion of a program to procure 2,700 drones in total. Latvia has also pledged $126 million in military support to Ukraine this year, and will help expand the drone coalition initiative. Jonathan notes that Latvia and the Baltic nations are punching above their weight in terms of military aid to Ukraine.

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German Military Aid

🎦 01:07-01:47⏩

Germany is starting a fourth training program for Ukrainian soldiers on Patriot air defense systems. Jonathan speculates that Germany may be taking over training responsibilities for soldiers from other countries, as the US is capable of training their own pledged soldiers. A new Patriot fire unit will need to be delivered before the end of the year to meet training requirements. The Ukrainian flag was raised to mark Ukraine's Independence Day.

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US Military Aid

🎦 01:47-02:31⏩

The Biden administration is reportedly debating whether to help Ukraine expand seized territory in the Kursk region of Russia. The Pentagon has requested information from the Ukrainians about what they need to make their offensive a success, but no decisions have been made about material support for the effort. The US has not ruled out the possibility of transferring F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine in the future. Jonathan notes that the Ramstein meeting is coming up in early to mid-September.

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Ukraine's New "Palianitsa" Weapon

🎦 02:31-03:55⏩

Ukrainian forces have used a new domestically produced "Palianitsa" missile drone against Russian forces. There has been no previous information about the weapon and its capabilities. Jonathan speculates that the weapon might be a rocket drone. The weapon is reported to have been used against a military facility in occupied Ukrainian territory. Jonathan discusses the weapon's potential advantages, including its use of shrapnel.

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Drone Attacks on Airfields

🎦 03:55-05:50⏩

Jonathan discusses drone attacks on airfields, including the recent attack on the Moronovka airbase in Ukraine. He cites information from Andrew Perpetua's livestream, and discusses the effectiveness of shrapnel warheads in causing damage and the difficulty in assessing damage using satellite imagery. He explains the concept of BDA (Battle Damage Assessment).

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Ukraine's Ammunition Production

🎦 05:50-08:06⏩

Ukraine will establish production of 155mm artillery shells using technology from Namo, a Norwegian company. Jonathan initially misidentified Namo as Finnish and apologies for the mistake.

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Ukraine's Drone Pilot Incentive Program

🎦 08:06-09:47⏩

Robert Magyar, a Ukrainian military commander, has revealed details of a new program for Ukrainian drone pilots that offers financial rewards for hitting specific targets. Pilots can accumulate points that can be converted into drone equipment for their units. Jonathan compares the program to corporate work incentives, and discusses how it could potentially motivate pilots to perform better. The image Jonathan shows features a T-90 tank, which would earn the soldier who destroyed it a reward of 400,000 hryvnias.

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Ukrainian Military Promotions

🎦 09:47-10:40⏩

President Zelensky has promoted General Surisky to the rank of general, Colonel General Andrei Hinatov to Major General, and Anatoly Baghelevich to Lieutenant General.

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Drone Flights Over German Infrastructure

🎦 10:40-11:33⏩

German prosecutors have opened an investigation into repeated drone flights over critical infrastructure in northern Germany. The investigation was prompted by reports of a no-fly zone over a nuclear power plant being violated. Jonathan expresses concern about the potential for Russian or Belarusian espionage and sabotage.

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Polish President Duda's Visit to Kyiv

🎦 11:33-11:50⏩

Polish President Andrzej Duda has arrived in Kyiv to participate in the celebrations of the 33rd anniversary of Ukraine's Independence Day. Jonathan hopes that there will be further agreements reached during Duda's meeting with Zelensky.

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Lukashenko's Independence Day Message

🎦 11:50-13:02⏩

Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko, who allowed Russian troops to use Belarus as a launchpad for the invasion of Ukraine, has congratulated Ukraine on its Independence Day. Jonathan highlights the hypocrisy of Lukashenko's message, referencing his country's role in facilitating the war against Ukraine.

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US Imposes Sanctions on Hungary

🎦 13:02-13:48⏩

US Ambassador to Hungary David Pressman has announced that the United States is imposing sanctions on a range of targets in Hungary, including two entities involved in bolstering Russia's energy sector and supplying Russia's war machine. Jonathan applauds the US action.

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US Restrictions on Ukrainian Strikes

🎦 13:48-15:51⏩

Some US officials are reportedly restricting Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory in hopes of a future reset in relations with Moscow. Jonathan expresses concern about this, but also notes reports that Biden may lift some restrictions before the election. He discusses Biden's potential focus on foreign diplomacy issues after the November election. Ukraine has argued that restrictions on long-range weapons are hindering its war effort, but Washington has claimed that allowing Ukraine to strike deep into Russia could escalate the conflict. Jonathan highlights the differing opinions on this issue, including those of former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

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RFK Jr.'s Campaign and Endorsement of Trump

🎦 15:51-17:55⏩

RFK Jr. has dropped out of the US presidential race and endorsed Donald Trump. Jonathan discusses the implications of this, particularly in relation to Ukraine. He believes that RFK Jr.'s decision to support Trump indicates an alignment with Trump's views, which are often critical of US involvement in Ukraine. Jonathan believes that Trump is not supportive of Ukraine.

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Trump's Ukraine War Narrative

🎦 17:55-19:53⏩

Jonathan criticizes Trump's approach to the Ukraine war. He argues that Trump's narrative echoes Russian propaganda by portraying the conflict as a US-driven neocon project to encircle Russia and expand NATO. Jonathan points out that Trump's narrative disenfranchises Ukraine and ignores its right to self-determination. He finds it unacceptable that someone as prominent as RFK Jr. is promoting these views.

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Adam Kinzinger's Support for Ukraine

🎦 19:53-23:56⏩

Jonathan highlights Adam Kinzinger's strong support for Ukraine, citing his speech at the Democratic National Convention. Kinzinger, a Republican, criticized the Republican party for its stance on the war and its nomination of Trump, who has expressed support for Putin. Jonathan applauds Kinzinger's outspoken support for Ukraine, which contrasts sharply with Trump's stance.

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Zelensky's Announcement About Ukraine's Offensive

🎦 23:56-24:43⏩

Jonathan reports that Ukrainian President Zelensky has announced that Ukraine will soon be able to attack any point in Russia. He references a report in the Daily Telegraph. Jonathan expresses skepticism about the potential for a major Ukrainian offensive, citing rumors about a possible attack in various regions. However, he acknowledges that it's possible that Ukraine could launch a surprise attack.

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Wrap up

🎦 24:43-24:50⏩

Jonathan thanks his viewers for watching and expresses his appreciation for their support. He promises to speak with them soon.

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