Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"They are having some success on the Ukrainian front lines. Of course, they are. And things are desperate for the Ukrainians. Like I always say, as desperate as it is for the Russians, the same can be said for the Ukrainians, right? But I think that there are so many signs that the Russians are in deep trouble."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:09⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATPG video, a Ukraine war news update focusing on military aid. He mentions it's the second or third part of the series, depending on the order of release.
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Zelensky's European Tour and NATO's Stance
🎦 00:09-01:27⏩
- Zelensky has been touring Europe, meeting with various leaders including Keir Starmer and former Dutch Premier Mark Rutte, now NATO Secretary General.
- Jonathan highlights Rutte's statement asserting Ukraine's legal right to strike targets deep inside Russia using Western-provided weapons if those targets pose a threat to Ukraine.
- He expresses concern over Russia's deployment of a second MiG-31K (Kinzhal missile carrier) to Belarus, suggesting Russia might be emboldened by the lack of significant international repercussions for its actions.
Russia's Increasingly Desperate Measures
🎦 01:27-03:33⏩
- Jonathan analyses Russia's recent actions, including sending the MiG-31K to Belarus, as signs of desperation. He believes Russia feels pressured to gain a dominant position in the conflict, especially if negotiations arise.
- He criticizes the West's cautious approach and lack of stronger responses to Russia's escalations, such as deploying North Korean troops.
UK Military Aid to Ukraine: AS90s, Training, and Potential Troop Deployment
🎦 03:33-05:26⏩
- Jonathan reports that more British AS90 artillery systems will be sent to Ukraine by year's end. He speculates that these might be from training reserves or surplus units as the UK phases out the AS90s.
- He notes Ukraine's Defence Minister, Rustem Umerov's, statement about securing long-range weapons and robotic systems, without specific details.
- He highlights the UK's "Operation Interflex" - training Ukrainian Strategic Reserve Brigades within the UK.
- He discusses The Times report on British military chiefs considering sending troops to western Ukraine to train new Ukrainian recruits, potentially saving logistical costs and time associated with bringing Ukrainian troops to the UK.
German Military Aid: Budget Clarification and Leopard 1A5 Tank Analysis
🎦 05:26-10:30⏩
- Jonathan discusses the German Bundestag's approval of an additional €400 million in military aid to Ukraine for 2024. He clarifies that although Germany's overall defense budget appears to be halved, the baseline for Ukrainian support remains comparable to the previous year.
- He analyses the effectiveness of German-supplied Leopard 1A5 tanks. While acknowledging concerns about their thinner armour, he emphasizes their speed, maneuverability, modern optics, and superior range compared to many Soviet-era tanks.
- He cites reports of Ukrainian units primarily utilizing the Leopard 1A5s for artillery strikes during the day, reserving Soviet tanks with thicker armour for direct assaults due to the lower risk from loitering munitions.
- Jonathan highlights the efforts of Ukrainian industries to enhance the Leopard 1A5s' protection by adding Explosive Reactive Armour (ERA) and anti-drone nets.
- He references a German journalist, Arte Weigand, a reliable source according to Jonathan, who has been in contact with Ukrainian Leopard 1A5 crews. Weigand reported a case where a Leopard 1A5 was destroyed by a direct hit, but the crew survived because the hatches were open.
- Jonathan concludes that while Soviet tanks might appear to offer better protection on paper, the Leopard 1A5s are still valuable assets for the Ukrainian armed forces.
Military Aid Updates: Switzerland, France, Lithuania
🎦 10:30-11:29⏩
- Jonathan reports that Switzerland, at Germany's request, has agreed to swap delivery schedules for RGW-90 Matadors (man-portable anti-tank weapons) to expedite delivery to Ukraine. Deliveries originally scheduled for Switzerland in 2025 will go to Ukraine, and Ukraine's 2026 allocation will go to Switzerland.
- He notes that Germany has contracted up to 12,944 RGW-90s (or similar anti-tank weapons) for Ukraine, with 13,000 already delivered since 2022.
- He announces that France will establish weapons production facilities in Ukraine, according to Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, ensuring a long-term supply of French-made weapons.
Ukraine to Receive French Mirage 2000 Jets
🎦 11:29-13:25⏩
- Jonathan discusses the news of Ukraine receiving six French Mirage 2000 fighter jets, likely in early 2025.
- He questions Umerov's claim that these jets will give Ukraine air superiority over Russia, especially given their limited number.
- He speculates whether the Mirage 2000s will be significantly upgraded with Western weapons systems, such as the long-range Meteor missile, to justify Umerov's claim or if it was merely a bold statement.
- He contrasts France's faster delivery timeline (three months) with the US's longer timeframe for F-16 deliveries, acknowledging that the F-16 deliveries involved multiple countries.
Lithuania Aid and NATO Bank Proposal
🎦 13:25-15:40⏩
- Jonathan reports that Lithuania is allocating €13 million for recovery projects in Ukraine, bringing its total support since 2022 to nearly €1.5 billion.
- He discusses a Guardian report suggesting the establishment of a NATO bank, effectively a multilateral lending institution, to "Trump-proof" the alliance. This proposal aims to mitigate the potential impact of a second Trump presidency on NATO funding and activities.
Jonathan's Perspective on a Potential Second Trump Presidency
🎦 15:40-17:19⏩
- Jonathan addresses the view held by some that a second Trump presidency would be beneficial for Ukraine. He strongly disagrees with this sentiment and believes a Trump administration would be detrimental to Ukraine's interests.
- He points out that his concerns are shared by many within NATO and Western leadership circles, who are also apprehensive about a potential Trump return. He cites Trump's past statements and actions, along with the views of those within his circle, as evidence.
- Jonathan argues that the proposal for a NATO bank is a direct response to concerns about potential funding disruptions under a Trump administration.
Ukraine's Domestic Drone Production
🎦 17:19-17:02⏩
- Jonathan shifts focus to Ukraine's growing domestic drone industry, citing Wild Hornets, a Ukrainian non-profit drone manufacturer.
- He mentions that Wild Hornets has produced 15,000 drones, claiming to have caused $1.23 billion worth of damage to Russian equipment.
- He highlights their anti-air drones, which are said to have downed 200 Russian reconnaissance drones.
- He praises the Hornet Queen, Wild Hornets' largest FPV drone with over 600 units deployed on the front lines.
Ukraine's Military Advancements and International Legion
🎦 17:02-17:21⏩
- Jonathan reports that in the first nine months of 2024, Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has approved over 140 different unmanned aircraft systems and 33 Ukrainian-made ground robotic systems (UGVs).
- He announces that Ukraine's parliament has passed a bill allowing foreigners to serve as officers in the International Legion, facilitating greater international participation in supporting Ukraine's military efforts.
North Korean Military Support for Russia
🎦 17:21-19:25⏩
- Jonathan addresses reports of North Korea's increasing military involvement in the conflict.
- He highlights South Korea's defense chief's statement about North Korea's likely deployment of regular armed forces to Ukraine in support of Russia, suggesting a deepening military cooperation between the two nations.
- He cites a Guardian report indicating that North Korean military engineers are already in Ukraine, assisting Russia in targeting with ballistic missiles and that some have been killed in occupied areas.
- Jonathan expresses concern over this escalation, questioning why the West hasn't responded more forcefully, such as allowing Ukraine to strike targets within Russia.
Russia's Recruitment of Convicts and Africans
🎦 19:25-22:31⏩
- Jonathan discusses Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov's announcement that young Chechens facing minor offenses will be sent to fight in Ukraine as part of a new 2,500-strong regiment.
- He interprets this as another sign of Russia's growing desperation for manpower, suggesting pressure from Moscow on Chechnya to provide more troops.
- He reports on an Associated Press article revealing that Africans recruited for work in Russia were tricked into assembling Iranian-designed Shahed drones. The workers were promised jobs in hospitality and catering but ended up in a factory in Russia's Tatarstan region.
- Jonathan recalls a previous report about this factory, which was targeted by Ukrainian drones. He expresses surprise that it hasn't been attacked again, given its importance in Russia's drone program.
Wrap Up
🎦 22:31-24:03⏩
- Jonathan thanks his viewers and mentions he's working on a mapping update but facing automation issues.
- He expresses gratitude to numerous viewers for their support via Buy Me a Coffee and other platforms, reading out a long list of names.
🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand
What are "automation issues" in the context of the mapping update? Are these technical issues preventing him from creating or uploading the update?
What is the name of the location in Tatarstan that Jonathan couldn't recall, which was the target of a drone attack?
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