Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"Look, mate, we're here to help Ukraine. We're not here to fuck spiders."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:21⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to the second part of the April 28th Ukraine War news update.
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Explosions reported in Crimea
🎦 00:21-01:37⏩
Jonathan discusses the aftermath of strikes on Crimea, confirming an attack on Jankoy. Despite the ongoing conflict, there are reports of large queues at Crimean checkpoints as Russian tourists arrive for the Easter holidays.
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Dmitry Peskov's statement on military aid
🎦 01:37-02:13⏩
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov claims that Western military aid will only lead to more casualties and destruction in Ukraine. He insists it won't change the outcome of the conflict, which he still refuses to call a "war."
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Storm Shadow missile updates
🎦 02:13-03:32⏩
UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps reveals that Storm Shadow missiles have been "making a very significant difference" in Ukraine. He inadvertently discloses Italy's secret contribution of Storm Shadow or Scalp missiles, much to everyone's surprise.
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UK increases Storm Shadow production
🎦 03:32-04:03⏩
, 04:07-06:37⏩
Shapps visits what he calls the Storm Shadow "production line," indicating increased missile production in the UK. Analysts debate whether this signifies the production of entirely new missiles or simply mid-life updates to existing stockpiles.
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France seeks to boost air defence donations
🎦 06:37-07:23⏩
France announces efforts to encourage more donations of air defence systems, either from existing military stocks or directly from production lines. The French Defence Minister highlights Russia's struggle to maintain its tank forces and achieve technological breakthroughs.
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UK aims for hypersonic missile capability by 2030
🎦 07:23-08:51⏩
Jonathan reports on the UK's plan to develop hypersonic cruise missiles by 2030. He questions the cost-effectiveness of such weapons, pointing out that cheaper, more numerous missiles with larger warheads could be a more practical approach.
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Australia announces $100 million aid package for Ukraine
🎦 08:51-09:35⏩
Jonathan, with a touch of humour, announces a new $100 million aid package for Ukraine from Australia. The package includes a substantial amount of MANPADS (Man-Portable Air-Defense Systems), drones, and air-to-ground ammunition.
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Jonathan's Antipodean interlude
🎦 09:35-11:34⏩
Jonathan shares his love for the Australian saying "We're not here to fuck spiders," reminiscing about his time on a building site in New Zealand. He recounts a humorous anecdote involving Graham Norton and copyright issues, lightening the mood.
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France develops new jet-powered loitering munition
🎦 11:34-12:33⏩
Shifting back to military developments, Jonathan discusses France's development of the "Laranay" - a new, high-speed jet-powered loitering munition. With a range of 50 kilometers, it is designed to neutralize hardened targets.
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Canada provides more armoured combat support vehicles
🎦 12:33-13:14⏩
Jonathan reports that Canada is sending additional armoured combat support vehicles (ACSVs) to Ukraine. The first 10 of 50 newly ordered vehicles will arrive this summer, supplementing the 39 already delivered.
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Slovaks raise over €4 million for Ukraine
🎦 13:14-13:45⏩
In a heartening display of public support, Slovaks have raised over €4 million to purchase artillery shells for Ukraine. This citizen-led initiative fills the void left by the Czech government's lack of official support for Ukraine.
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US military equipment en route to Ukraine
🎦 13:45-14:26⏩
Jonathan notes that various US military equipment, including Humvees, Bradleys, Abrams tanks, and M88 recovery vehicles, are on their way to Ukraine. He emphasizes that the US has a vast supply of such equipment, allowing for significant contributions without impacting their own military readiness.
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Increasing presence of foreign fighters in the Russian army
🎦 14:26-17:41⏩
Jonathan observes a growing number of videos showing foreign fighters, including Africans, integrated into the ranks of the Russian VDV (airborne forces). He questions whether this influx of foreign recruits affects the VDV's reputation as an elite force, noting a potential decline in training and experience.
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Analysis of Russian equipment losses and cannibalisation
🎦 17:41-23:02⏩
Jonathan delves into Jompie's detailed analysis of satellite imagery, revealing a decline in operational Russian military equipment. The analysis suggests that Russia is increasingly relying on cannibalizing existing vehicles for spare parts, with a substantial portion of their remaining stockpiles deemed unusable due to a lack of critical components. This supports the observation of smaller, less frequent Russian armoured assaults.
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Wrap up
🎦 23:02-23:30⏩
Jonathan encourages viewers to share their thoughts and engage in a discussion about unusual sayings from their respective countries. He signs off, urging his audience to subscribe and stay tuned for more updates.
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