Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"However, it is only the Americans that have this amount of kit...I just blows my mind that you can have that much equipment...and then still say yeah no we're not going to send this or that to Ukraine."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:31⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to another ATP Geopolitics Ukraine War News Update, noting that there's a lot to cover regarding military aid. He mentions his busy schedule, including writing an article on gene therapy for Only Sky. He acknowledges the video might be longer than usual due to the volume of news.
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Netherlands to Send Six More F-16s to Ukraine
🎦 00:31-01:17⏩
Citing Francois Eisberg, Jonathan reports that Ukraine will receive six more Dutch F-16s than initially planned, bringing the total to 30. This comes after Zelensky's claim that F-16s were used to shoot down Russian missiles during recent attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Jonathan emphasizes the significance of F-16s for Ukraine's defense capabilities, highlighting that their use has so far been primarily defensive.
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Zelensky's Speech: Key Takeaways
🎦 01:17-02:39⏩
Jonathan highlights key points from Zelensky's recent speech:
- Confirmation of F-16s being used to shoot down Russian missiles.
- Successful testing of a Ukrainian-made ballistic missile.
- Plans to present a "victory strategy" to US leaders in September.
- Halting Russian advances in Kharkiv and Sumy by attacking into Kursk.
- Refusal to sign a gas transit deal with Russia.
- Commitment to reclaiming Ukrainian territories without compromising negotiations.
Ukraine's New Ballistic Missile
🎦 02:39-03:47⏩
Jonathan discusses Ukraine's successful test of a domestically produced ballistic missile. This is significant because it allows Ukraine to strike Russian territory without restrictions. Some speculate it could be the "Hrim-2" missile, under development since 2014 and rumored to have been used in the Kerch Bridge attack. Jonathan notes the possibility of Ukraine using a wider array of weapons to target airbases and critical infrastructure within Russia.
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EU Diplomacy Chief Calls for Lifting Restrictions on Long-Range Weapons
🎦 03:47-05:14⏩
Following Russia's large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy sector, EU diplomacy chief Josep Borrell called for lifting all restrictions on Ukraine's use of Western long-range weapons against Russian military targets. Borrell argues this would save lives and reduce destruction in Ukraine. Jonathan commends Borrell's strong support for Ukraine within the EU.
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Zelensky's Renewed Plea to the US for Long-Range Weapons
🎦 05:14-07:57⏩
- Jonathan discusses Zelensky's renewed call to the US to lift restrictions on long-range weapons, with Ukraine planning to provide a detailed list of targets they want to hit.
- He suggests this is Ukraine's way of challenging the US stance on escalation concerns.
- The White House, through National Security Advisor John Kirby, acknowledged Zelensky's concerns but stated that no policy changes are planned regarding US weapons systems.
- Jonathan expresses disappointment over the lack of change in the US position, but agrees that such discussions should remain private.
- He proposes a strategy where the US could incrementally increase the range of weapons provided to Ukraine without public announcements, thereby navigating escalation concerns while still aiding Ukraine.
US Aid for Repairing Ukraine's Energy Infrastructure
🎦 07:57-09:10⏩
- While acknowledging the US commitment to sending equipment to repair Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Jonathan questions the efficiency of this approach.
- He believes it's more cost-effective to enable Ukraine to neutralize the threat at its source (Russian airbases) rather than repeatedly repairing the damage.
Jonathan's Frustration with the Pace of US Military Aid
🎦 09:10-12:04⏩
- Jonathan reiterates his previous points about the vast reserves of military equipment the US has in storage, particularly Bradley fighting vehicles.
- He uses images of aircraft boneyards and desert storage facilities to illustrate the sheer volume of potentially available equipment.
- While acknowledging that the US is not solely obligated to assist Ukraine, he emphasizes their unique capability to provide immediate and substantial support, which other nations cannot match.
JASM-ER Missiles: Unlikely to be Provided to Ukraine
🎦 12:04-13:31⏩
- Citing John Ridge from the Toczny team, Jonathan discusses the unlikelihood of the US supplying JASM-ER (Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile - Extended Range) missiles to Ukraine.
- He speculates that if the US won't allow Storm Shadow missiles to be used in Russia, they are unlikely to approve JASM-ERs, which would limit their use to occupied territories.
- Jonathan suggests investing in indigenous Ukrainian cruise missile production, either through financial or technological assistance.
Croatia's Military Aid to Ukraine
🎦 13:31-14:23⏩
- Jonathan highlights Croatia's contribution of an AN-32B light cargo aircraft to Ukraine, the second of two promised.
Ukraine Reinforces "Baba Yaga" Drones with Armor Plating
🎦 14:23-15:42⏩
- Jonathan reports that Russian sources mention Ukrainian forces using upgraded "Baba Yaga" heavy-lift drones with armor plating in the Kursk region.
- He notes that while these drones are effective, their size and noise make them vulnerable to small arms fire, which is why they are primarily used at night.
- Ukrainian forces are actively working on improving their defenses and tactics to counter Russian drone attacks.
Ukraine Forms New Brigades with Diaspora Volunteers
🎦 15:42-16:32⏩
- Ukrainian military pages report the formation of at least two new brigades (within the "16 times" designation range) composed of Ukrainians living abroad, particularly in Poland and Czechia.
- This initiative leverages the willingness of the Ukrainian diaspora to contribute to the war effort while providing them with structured training and support.
Ukraine's "Reserve Plus" Platform for Military Registration
🎦 16:32-18:38⏩
- Jonathan highlights Ukraine's success in digitizing its government services, including military registration, which has proven especially beneficial during the war.
- He explains that the "Reserve Plus" platform enables Ukrainians abroad to register for national service and update their information remotely.
- This streamlined approach enhances efficiency and reduces bureaucratic hurdles.
Ukraine Continues Forming New Mechanized Brigades
🎦 18:38-19:43⏩
- Citing Forbes, Jonathan points out that Ukraine's ongoing formation of new mechanized brigades indicates their expectation of a protracted conflict.
- He emphasizes the scale of the mobilization effort required, with Ukraine already maintaining a substantial army.
Russia Recruits Indonesian Volunteers
🎦 19:43-22:18⏩
- The Russian Defense Ministry has started recruiting Indonesians to fight in Ukraine.
- This coincides with reports of China, Brazil, Indonesia, and South Africa pushing for a new peace plan for Ukraine, raising concerns about these countries' alignment with Russia.
- Jonathan notes the recruitment of Indonesians, along with previous reports of Nepalese citizens joining the Russian army, is part of Russia's strategy to minimize domestic casualties and political fallout.
Russia Redeploys Troops to Kursk, Slowing Ukrainian Advance
🎦 22:18-23:21⏩
- Citing a Ukrainian commander, Jonathan reports that Russia has redeployed around 30,000 troops to the Kursk region, slowing down the Ukrainian advance there.
- Despite this, the Ukrainian incursion into Kursk has successfully stalled Russian offensives in other areas along the front line, such as Kharkiv.
Latvia to Conscript Women from 2028
🎦 23:21-25:43⏩
- Latvia plans to conscript women into its army from 2028 due to demographic challenges and the need to strengthen its defense capabilities in light of the Russian threat.
- Jonathan supports this move, arguing that women are equally capable of serving in most military roles and that expanding the recruitment pool is essential, particularly for Ukraine.
Wrap up
🎦 25:43-27:02⏩
- Jonathan thanks viewers for watching, expresses gratitude to his members, and encourages them to join his Discord community.
- He acknowledges his limited time for activities like fundraising but encourages viewers to support reputable organizations assisting Ukraine, such as Constantine's efforts to raise funds for excavators through Andrew Perpetua's channel.
🤖❓ AI Debrief (post task) - anything the AI didn't understand
I am unsure what Jonathan means by "16 times designation range" when he discusses the new Ukrainian brigades. Is this a military classification or a reference to something else?
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This is quite a long transcript! Here's what I'm going to do:
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