Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"Russia losing Syria I think precisely because this war has gone on for three years in Ukraine and it has rinsed Russia."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:09⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to the second part of his Ukraine War Update for 6th December 2024, focusing on Military Aid News.
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US Military Aid & Loan Settlement
🎦 00:09-00:49⏩
Jonathan discusses the significant news of substantial US military aid commitments to Ukraine.
- Jake Sullivan, US National Security Advisor, met with Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine.
- The US pledges "hundreds of thousands of additional artillery rounds, thousands of rockets and hundreds of [indecipherable]".
- Additionally, the US commits to training new Ukrainian troops outside Ukraine.
- Alongside the military aid, a nearly finalised $20 billion loan settlement is in progress, backed by frozen Russian sovereign assets.
- The White House aims to bolster Ukraine's war effort through this new package of weapons and sanctions.
Analysis of Potential Trump Administration Impact
🎦 01:06-06:11⏩
Jonathan analyses the potential impact of the incoming Trump administration on the Ukraine war, expressing a mixture of hope and concern.
- While acknowledging the positive aspects of the latest US aid package, he expresses concern that it might be the last substantial aid before Trump assumes office.
- He voices his uncertainty about Trump's stance on Ukraine, noting negative sentiments towards Ukraine among those close to Trump, while acknowledging the potential influence of figures like Kellogg and Waltz who might guide Trump in the right direction.
- He speculates that a potential economic collapse in Russia coinciding with Trump's inauguration might create a scenario where Trump takes credit for the outcome of Biden's policies.
- He points out the unintended consequences of Biden's cautious approach, suggesting that the prolonged conflict, coupled with escalating sanctions, might ultimately lead to Russia's downfall. He believes that a quicker, more decisive support from the US could have resulted in a faster Ukrainian victory, but might have left Russia in a stronger position in the long term.
Trump Administration's Rumoured Peace Proposal
🎦 06:11-07:19⏩
- Jonathan discusses a Reuters report about a potential peace proposal for Ukraine being developed by Trump's team.
- The proposal is said to involve sidelining NATO membership for Ukraine and potential territorial concessions to Russia, marking a significant departure from the current US policy.
- Jonathan expresses concern over the potential implications of this proposal for Ukraine.
- He mentions Ukrainian officials meeting with Trump's transition team members, including J.D. Vance, Mike Walsh and Keith Kellogg, to secure continued US support.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson blocking a vote on $24 billion in aid for Ukraine raises further concerns about the incoming administration's commitment to supporting Ukraine.
Piers Morgan Panel Discussion
🎦 07:19-08:23⏩
- Jonathan mentions his plan to do a reaction video to a Piers Morgan panel discussion featuring Anastasia Parapavlou, General Wesley Clark, Cenk Uygur, and an unidentified "Russian Appeaser."
- He expresses his admiration for General Clark's analysis of the situation in Ukraine, praising his insights and highlighting the significance of Clark's experience during NATO's eastward expansion.
EU Defence Fund & Aid to Ukraine
🎦 08:23-09:15⏩
Jonathan discusses EU funding initiatives related to Ukraine:
- The Financial Times reports that EU countries are in talks to establish a €500 billion joint fund for defence projects and arms procurement, open to non-EU countries like the UK and Norway. Jonathan views this as a positive development, highlighting Europe's potential for scale in defence initiatives.
- The EU ambassador to Ukraine, Matti Maasikas, announced €25 million ($26.5 million) in funding for Ukrainian NGOs and civil society organisations working on Ukraine's future EU integration.
Ukraine's Mobilization Age & Finnish Aid
🎦 09:15-09:54⏩
Jonathan covers updates on Ukrainian mobilisation and Finnish support:
- A senior Ukrainian official, speaking to Agence France Presse, reiterates Ukraine's stance against lowering the mobilisation age from 25 despite calls from the US and figures like Ben Hodges.
- Finland's Defence Minister, Antti Kaikkonen, reaffirms Finland's strong support for Ukraine, stating that there are no plans to change this. Finland's president announced the 26th round of aid to Ukraine, totalling over $2 billion, with the latest package of €25 million allocated for winter equipment.
Poland's MiG-29 Fighter Jets
🎦 09:54-10:54⏩
- Poland's Foreign Minister, Radosław Sikorski, reveals ongoing discussions with NATO about transferring the remaining MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine.
- Poland is seeking backfilling for these jets, potentially through modifications to their F-16 fleet rather than receiving replacement aircraft.
- Jonathan acknowledges the potential benefits of these MiG-29s for Ukraine.
Estonian Anti-Drone Missiles
🎦 10:54-13:25⏩
Jonathan highlights Estonia's development of anti-drone missiles:
- Estonia plans to test its new Mark I air defence missiles, designed to counter Shahed kamikaze drones, in Ukraine in 2025.
- Developed by Frankenberg Technologies, these missiles are described as highly effective against drones, with production expected to ramp up to hundreds per week by Q3 2025.
- Bloomberg recognises Frankenberg as a leading high-tech defence start-up, highlighting their use of AI in their targeting systems.
- The CEO of Frankenberg, Kusti Salm, suggests that the need for such weapons will persist even if a ceasefire is reached in Ukraine, anticipating a larger conflict in Europe in the future.
Ukrainian Drone Programme & 2025 Outlook
🎦 13:25-14:24⏩
- Jonathan discusses Ukraine's anticipated acquisition of over 30,000 deep-strike combat drones by 2025, partially funded by international partners.
- These next-generation drones will have autonomous capabilities, long-range operation, and precision strike capabilities.
- He references Jack Keane's comments about the need to give Ukraine breathing space before imposing demands, implying that the influx of new military technology in 2025 could make negotiations more complex.
- Jonathan ponders the potential frustration for Ukraine if they are pressured into negotiations before fully leveraging these advanced weapons.
Western Weapons Repair Delays
🎦 14:24-15:26⏩
Jonathan addresses concerns about delays in repairing Western weapons systems being used in Ukraine:
- Western weapons, including Panzerhaubitze 2000s and Leopard tanks, are experiencing repair delays of months due to complex logistics and bureaucracy.
- The head of the Bundestag Defence Committee highlights the absurdity of more systems being out of service due to lack of spare parts than enemy fire.
- Jonathan notes similar reports about HIMARS and other systems being out of action for extended periods due to lengthy repair processes.
- He acknowledges the challenges of maintaining a complex logistics trail for spare parts.
- He mentions the UK MOD's provision of a metal 3D printer to Ukraine, enabling the production of spare parts for obsolete equipment.
Czech 'Drone Nemesis Initiative'
🎦 15:26-16:08⏩
- The Czech Republic's 'Drone Nemesis Initiative' raised over €8 million in a year to supply drones to Ukraine.
- They've delivered more than 12,000 FPV drones with another 3,000 awaiting shipment.
- Jonathan notes the use of a "Nemesis drone" by Ukrainians and speculates if it's part of this initiative.
Ukraine Restricts Medic Deployment
🎦 16:08-16:32⏩
- Zelensky issues a decree prohibiting the transfer of medics to infantry roles without their consent.
- This move aims to retain medics in their specialized roles and prevent their forced deployment as infantry.
- Exceptions are only allowed if a medic volunteers for infantry service.
- A legal framework will be established to enforce this decree.
German Defence Minister's Warning
🎦 16:32-17:47⏩
- German Defence Minister, Boris Pistorius, warns about Russia's growing military threat, stating that Russia has fully transitioned to a war economy.
- He claims Russia is producing 1,000-1,500 tanks annually, double the combined tank stock of Europe's top five nations.
- Jonathan questions the accuracy of the tank production figures, highlighting that the German word "panzer" encompasses all armoured fighting vehicles, not just tanks.
- He suggests the figure likely includes refurbished and repaired vehicles, inflating the actual production numbers.
- Despite this, Jonathan agrees with Pistorius' assessment of Russia's war economy and its focus on maximizing military output.
Russia's Withdrawal from Syria
🎦 17:47-20:31⏩
- Jonathan shifts focus to Syria, where Russia is relocating helicopters from their airbase in Homs back to Damascus.
- He interprets this as a sign of the Assad regime's weakening position and the potential collapse of Russian support in Syria.
- He analyses the potential implications of Russia's withdrawal from Syria, noting that while Russia might lose equipment if the Assad regime falls, they will likely extract a significant portion of their assets.
- Jonathan suggests that equipment no longer tied up in Syria could be redeployed to Ukraine.
- He mentions H.I. Sutton's update on the continued absence of Russian naval ships from the port of Tartus in Syria.
- Jonathan ponders the limited access of the Russian navy to international ports, particularly after losing access to Sevastopol and Tartus. He wonders about Russia's remaining options for docking their ships and invites viewers to share any information they might have.
Wrap up
🎦 20:31-20:47⏩
- Jonathan concludes the video by thanking viewers and expressing his intention to film a reaction video to the Piers Morgan panel discussion. He encourages viewers to subscribe, share, and like the video.
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