Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid & Geopolitical News
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Hello Team
🎦 00:00-01:51⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to another video. It's the second part of the Ukraine War News Update for the 11th of August 2024. He's just returned home from being in the sun and feels rather hot. He'll give a quick update on military aid and geopolitical news, mentioning that there's not a lot of news today. Jonathan believes that the information space is being dominated by the situation in Kursk and the international community isn't as focused on Ukraine at the moment.
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Lithuanian military aid
🎦 01:51-02:14⏩
Lithuania has supplied M577 command post carriers that have been seen in Ukrainian service, moving through Kursk.
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US military aid package
🎦 02:14-03:23⏩
Jonathan explains the details of the latest US military aid package. He notes that it includes a significant number of RAM shells, anti-armor mine shells that explode and lay mines to hinder enemy advances. The package also includes more than 50 multi-mission radars. He shares that Ukraine has already achieved its 1 million drone goal early.
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Ukrainian drone use
🎦 03:23-04:39⏩
Jonathan discusses the innovative use of drones in Ukraine. The "Hornet Queen" drone, made by "Wild Hornets", has a magnet attached to it which can be used to retrieve objects. Ukrainian soldiers have been using it to collect weapons from the battlefield.
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Robot dog in Ukraine
🎦 04:39-05:26⏩
Jonathan highlights the use of robot dogs by the Ukrainian military. These dogs are used for surveillance of Russian positions, detecting mines and transporting cargo.
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Iranian missiles for Russia
🎦 05:26-06:39⏩
Jonathan discusses the news that Iran is considering supplying Russia with hundreds of satellite-guided, close-range ballistic missiles. He notes that this news is concerning and that NATO has warned of serious consequences.
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Russian military capabilities
🎦 06:39-07:14⏩
Jonathan ponders Russia's missile capabilities and suggests that they may have limited reserves given that they are using their current production rather than reserves. He raises concerns about the potential implications for Russia if they were to engage in another conflict.
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North Korean missiles in Ukraine
🎦 07:14-07:41⏩
Jonathan mentions that Russia is using North Korean KN-23 ballistic missiles. He questions the response from NATO and the UN regarding this.
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Conscripts in Kursk
🎦 07:41-08:52⏩
Jonathan highlights information from Anton Gerashchenko that Russian commanders are refusing to remove conscript soldiers from the Kursk region. He notes that families are unable to contact them and that there is a petition to remove them from the region.
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Conscript use in the war
🎦 08:52-10:43⏩
Jonathan explains the difference between conscripts and Mobics, noting that conscripts are younger with no prior military experience. He discusses the history of conscription in Russia, from the Soviet era to the present, highlighting the reasons behind the retention of conscription.
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Conscripts in Kursk
🎦 10:43-13:58⏩
Jonathan examines the potential use of conscripts in the war, considering that the Russian military may be considering using them more broadly. He notes reports of conscripts surrendering in large numbers and being taken as prisoners of war.
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German military planning
🎦 14:37-15:46⏩
Jonathan shares news that Germany is developing an operational plan for a potential Russian attack on NATO countries by 2029. He notes that this reflects a growing concern about the threat of Russia amongst European nations.
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Russian economic stagnation
🎦 15:46-16:45⏩
Jonathan discusses reports that Russia's economy is stagnating. He highlights that GDP growth figures are misleading and that the economy has actually been declining since the start of the full-scale invasion. He criticizes Putin's decision to go to war as a terrible geopolitical decision.
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Russia's complaints to the UN
🎦 16:45-18:03⏩
Jonathan highlights the irony of Russia complaining to the UN about Ukrainian incursions into Kursk, after years of invading Ukraine. He notes that Ukrainian troops are reportedly treating the local population well and restoring essential services.
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Elon Musk and Twitter
🎦 18:03-23:39⏩
Jonathan discusses Elon Musk's recent actions on Twitter, specifically his attacks on the UK and his promotion of pro-Russian narratives. Jonathan criticizes Musk's obsession with freedom of speech and highlights the dangers of unmoderated platforms like Twitter for spreading disinformation. He discusses the potential for a crackdown on social media companies in the UK and the EU as a response to the spread of disinformation, particularly in relation to the UK riots. He expresses concerns about the rise of disinformation on Twitter and the potential consequences for information access and democratic processes.
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Trump's potential for change
🎦 24:06-26:23⏩
Jonathan discusses the potential for Donald Trump to change his stance on Ukraine. He suggests that Trump could gain support by presenting himself as more supportive of Ukraine than Kamala Harris. However, he notes that Trump's close associates are deeply anti-Ukraine, making a change in stance unlikely.
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Social media crackdown
🎦 26:23-29:51⏩
Jonathan reiterates his belief that a social media crackdown is inevitable in the UK and EU due to the spread of disinformation. He addresses arguments about freedom of speech and highlights the dangers of unmoderated platforms. He compares social media moderation to rules in classrooms and restrictions on content on television, emphasizing the need for safeguarding individuals from harmful content.
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Wrap up
🎦 29:51-29:53⏩
Jonathan ends the video by encouraging viewers to explore his previous videos on freedom of speech and bids them farewell.
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