Ukraine War Update NEWS: Military Aid News
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"They [Ukraine The Latest team] have interviewed anyone and everyone who has anything to do with the war from you know big geopolitical movers and shakers politicians and down to people living in Ukraine who are the you know all of all of them dealing with the war in their own particular ways and people who have worked so hard to support Ukraine through charitable activities, they've interviewed everyone and anyone. And it is just incredibly sad that he has passed away."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-07:15⏩
Jonathan starts the video with a tribute to David Knowles, the main anchor of the Daily Telegraph's Ukraine: The Latest podcast who has sadly and suddenly died (aged 32). Jonathan explains that he listens to this podcast every day and is deeply affected by the news, likening it to the relationship he has with his viewers. Jonathan plays an excerpt from the podcast where Dom Nichols (along with Francis Dearnley and Giles Gear) announces the news of David's passing and the impact this has had on the team.
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Sweden announces $443m military aid package for Ukraine
🎦 07:15-12:47⏩
Jonathan shares news of Sweden's 17th military aid package for Ukraine totalling $443m which includes:
- Donations of materiel
- Procurement of military equipment
- Financial contributions
- CB-90 assault boats
- Robot system (RBS-70 anti-aircraft missiles)
- Anti-tank weapons
- Additional drones
Jonathan highlights that Sweden is exploring future support of JAS-39 Gripen fighters, acquiring parts to preserve these aircraft. Jonathan reads a statement from Pal Jonson, the Swedish Defence Minister. The package includes:
- RBS-70 grenade launchers, ammunition, anti-tank mines and CBI equipment
- Six additional Combat Boat 90s with boat launching trolleys
- Camo for PBV302s (hundreds of infantry fighting vehicles) and ammunition for CV90s
- $72m investment in capability coalitions within the Ukraine Defence Contact Group
Jonathan notes that a decision on the JAS-39 Gripen fighters for Ukraine is not currently viable due to the introduction of the F-16s and would require the cooperation of other countries. Material units of Gripen C or D will be procured (costing $222m) but a decision has not yet been made. Jonathan speculates about what this may mean in practice. Sweden confirms there are no restrictions on the use of the weapons provided, including use inside Russia.
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UK politicians push for Ukraine to be allowed to use Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia
🎦 12:47-13:51⏩
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that Tim White (Shadow Foreign Secretary) will meet with the US President to convince him to allow Ukraine to use UK Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia. Jonathan notes that it appears that it is the US that is preventing Ukraine from using these weapons. This follows calls from UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps and Ukraine's new Foreign Minister, Dmytro Sbihar, for Ukraine to be allowed to use long range weapons against Russia.
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Germany provides €1bn in aid to Ukraine
🎦 13:51-15:39⏩
Jonathan reports that the German government has updated its fact sheet on bilateral assistance to Ukraine, spending €1bn between 15 May and 28 August 2024. Jonathan highlights an infographic created by Clockwork Chris showing that total German expenditure to date is €34.9bn.
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Ukraine and Japan to bolster cooperation
🎦 15:39-15:52⏩
Ukraine and Japan are going to bolster their cooperation within the Ramstein format/IT Coalition with a focus on digital military projects and new collaborative opportunities.
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Rumour: Armenia transfers part of its air defence system to Ukraine
🎦 15:52-18:37⏩
Jonathan discusses a rumour, reported by Russian aviation channel Fighter Bomber (who Jonathan trusts) that Armenia has sent part of its air defence system including S-300, Buk and Tour systems to Ukraine. Jonathan is doubtful given the current situation with Armenia but notes that they are receiving equipment from France and speculates that this could be part of a deal: France provides Armenia with arms and Armenia gives Ukraine older Soviet era equipment. He notes that France is now the world's second largest arms exporter.
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Iran denies sending ballistic missiles to Russia
🎦 18:37-19:32⏩
Jonathan reports that Iran has denied sending ballistic missiles to Russia, despite a shipment of 200 arriving at a port in the Caspian Sea on 4th September. An Iranian MP has admitted that Russia has received Iranian missiles. Jonathan explains that Iran's position seems to be "why not" given that they are already sanctioned and isolated.
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Wrap up
🎦 19:32-20:33⏩
Jonathan encourages viewers to offer their condolences to the team at Ukraine: The Latest, noting that it is the most popular Daily Telegraph podcast and that David will be greatly missed by all. Jonathan ends the video.
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