It is actually linked to Newsweek where I found the full story though the link I saw and gave credit to was BRICS on X. Is that a bad thing?
This might be a little tougher than Putin thought...
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Less of question whether or not Ukraine loses territory (versus where things stood in 2021), than whether Zelensky is the one signing documents on the other side.
There is no number too high you could throw out that would stop Fatty Un from sending his soldiers off to die for some tech.
You cold easily photo shop Elon Musk into that picture and nobody would doubt it's authenticity.Need a laugh?
Several tweets say another Russian SU34 has been shot down.
"A drone attacked an oil depot in #Svetlograd , Stavropol Territory in #Russie , last night, causing a fire."
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It's definitely having ramifications for future warfare. A little worried that it's not good for the U.S.
We've relied on our tech advantage and drones provide a quick pathway for a country like China to even the playing field. If any country can mass produce these things, quickly, it'd be China...
The deal would be will Ukraine give up Crimeia in order to have immediate membership into NATO?
China has already drone swarmed Langley AFB, Norfolk Navy Yard, Arizona nuclear plant and U.S. nuclear silos in Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado.
Then there was that whole Chinese spy balloon that Biden/Harris were too pussy to
shoot down.
No, the gnomes of Zurich know the war will end, and want all countries to continue placing deposits with them.
It's no more complicated than that.
Certainly not a question of courage.
I don't think that's a deal the Russians would accept.
They'll keep grinding on Ukraine until NATO membership is off the table - a condition of ending the war.
Another big FWIW-could be Ukraine propaganda.
On the other had...WOW!
On the other had...WOW!
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Not helping the Ukrainians nip the Russians in the bud from early on will serve to escalate the conflict into a global one, more so that any usage of weapons on Russian soil or arms deliveries. Humans, even educated humans continually fail and repeat history in this regard.
NATO membership is only on the table due to Russia's invasion. The West cannot afford to let Ukraine lose too much or it will encourage Putin to take even more. I suspect the occupied industrial area is gone but maybe a deal can be made on at least part of Crimea.
i have a hard time believing that translation or authenticity, but it would be great if true!
It appears this will give Ukraine nearly 500 Strykers which the US considers obsolete and vulnerable in the open. But it should still help mobility along with the additional 2,000 more Humvees.
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"On October 16, 2024, the U.S. State Department announced a military aid package valued at $425M to Ukraine, which includes the standard stock of ammunition and missiles. This package also provides approximately 2,000 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, durable light military trucks that have been a mainstay of U.S. ground forces since the 1980s. On social media, some critics questioned why the U.S. chose to send these aging vehicles. However, the inclusion of Humvees in the aid package makes logical sense given the current and future needs of Ukraine.
Ukraine requires a significant amount of equipment to sustain its defense that spreads across a 600-mile front, with Russia attacking along three primary axes. These defensive positions are under daily bombardment from Russian artillery, which seeks to create holes in the Ukrainian lines. Ukraine has lost a substantial number of vehicles, with Oryxspioenkop reporting over 220 vehicle losses in October alone and almost 2,000 since the start of the year. These numbers only include those vehicles that have been visually confirmed, so the actual losses are considerably higher. To avoid creating gaps in their lines, Ukraine needs military vehicles to replace their losses.
To meet Ukraine’s demand for vehicles, the U.S. has an ample supply of Humvees, as it is phasing out half of its fleet, approximately 50,000 vehicles, for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle. Until recently, these Humvees were still operational, meaning they are well maintained and ready for combat. Additionally, since these vehicles are being decommissioned, they are significantly less expensive than more advanced combat systems, allowing the U.S. to send more of them to Ukraine while staying under spending thresholds.
Upon receipt, Ukraine can quickly integrate the Humvees into their formations, as they drive similarly to civilian cars, eliminating the need for extensive training. Furthermore, Ukrainian soldiers are already familiar with the Humvee, having received 3,000 of them earlier in the conflict. They have been used extensively, and Ukrainian soldiers have spoken favorably about their performance.
More than just being a replacement vehicle, the Humvee fits in well with Ukraine’s current defensive strategy. The Ukrainian defensive lines are integrated with a number of towns and cities, including Kharkiv City, Chasiv Yar, and Svatove. In urban environments, tanks and artillery are less effective, forcing Russian troops into brutal dismounted combat. The Humvee can easily navigate narrow streets and has been used extensively by the U.S. military for urban operations. Its role as a mobile weapon platform allows Ukrainian forces to transport heavy weapons swiftly to counter Russian dismounted advances. A recent video from Kursk highlighted this capability, as a Humvee-mounted machine gun successfully repelling a Russian counterattack.
With future American aid packages to Ukraine being uncertain, the Humvee also has the potential to adapt to the next phases of the war, maintaining its relevancy on the battlefield. Its versatility is clear, having been designed for the Cold War, but used extensively throughout the Global War on Terror. It can operate across diverse conditions, including urban landscapes, mountains, and flooded areas. At its core, the Humvee is a simple vehicle with a well-engineered powertrain, allowing it to perform a range of missions, including troop movements, scouting, medical evacuations, and resupply missions.
In addition to using Humvees for these standard mission sets, Ukrainian forces are using modified Humvees for other tasks. Some Ukrainian units have transformed Humvees into mobile maintenance platforms, enabling on-the-go repairs of armored vehicles in the field. Other units have mounted anti-aircraft guns and counter-drone systems onto Humvees, creating mobile air-defense platforms. Ukraine has also reportedly received Humvees with 105mm artillery pieces, effectively transforming them into self-propelled howitzers."
www.forbes.com
Ukraine requires a significant amount of equipment to sustain its defense that spreads across a 600-mile front, with Russia attacking along three primary axes. These defensive positions are under daily bombardment from Russian artillery, which seeks to create holes in the Ukrainian lines. Ukraine has lost a substantial number of vehicles, with Oryxspioenkop reporting over 220 vehicle losses in October alone and almost 2,000 since the start of the year. These numbers only include those vehicles that have been visually confirmed, so the actual losses are considerably higher. To avoid creating gaps in their lines, Ukraine needs military vehicles to replace their losses.
To meet Ukraine’s demand for vehicles, the U.S. has an ample supply of Humvees, as it is phasing out half of its fleet, approximately 50,000 vehicles, for the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle. Until recently, these Humvees were still operational, meaning they are well maintained and ready for combat. Additionally, since these vehicles are being decommissioned, they are significantly less expensive than more advanced combat systems, allowing the U.S. to send more of them to Ukraine while staying under spending thresholds.
Upon receipt, Ukraine can quickly integrate the Humvees into their formations, as they drive similarly to civilian cars, eliminating the need for extensive training. Furthermore, Ukrainian soldiers are already familiar with the Humvee, having received 3,000 of them earlier in the conflict. They have been used extensively, and Ukrainian soldiers have spoken favorably about their performance.
More than just being a replacement vehicle, the Humvee fits in well with Ukraine’s current defensive strategy. The Ukrainian defensive lines are integrated with a number of towns and cities, including Kharkiv City, Chasiv Yar, and Svatove. In urban environments, tanks and artillery are less effective, forcing Russian troops into brutal dismounted combat. The Humvee can easily navigate narrow streets and has been used extensively by the U.S. military for urban operations. Its role as a mobile weapon platform allows Ukrainian forces to transport heavy weapons swiftly to counter Russian dismounted advances. A recent video from Kursk highlighted this capability, as a Humvee-mounted machine gun successfully repelling a Russian counterattack.
With future American aid packages to Ukraine being uncertain, the Humvee also has the potential to adapt to the next phases of the war, maintaining its relevancy on the battlefield. Its versatility is clear, having been designed for the Cold War, but used extensively throughout the Global War on Terror. It can operate across diverse conditions, including urban landscapes, mountains, and flooded areas. At its core, the Humvee is a simple vehicle with a well-engineered powertrain, allowing it to perform a range of missions, including troop movements, scouting, medical evacuations, and resupply missions.
In addition to using Humvees for these standard mission sets, Ukrainian forces are using modified Humvees for other tasks. Some Ukrainian units have transformed Humvees into mobile maintenance platforms, enabling on-the-go repairs of armored vehicles in the field. Other units have mounted anti-aircraft guns and counter-drone systems onto Humvees, creating mobile air-defense platforms. Ukraine has also reportedly received Humvees with 105mm artillery pieces, effectively transforming them into self-propelled howitzers."
Why The Recent U.S. Aid Package To Ukraine Included 2,000 Humvees
A recent U.S. aid package to Ukraine included 2000 Humvees to boost their defenses, especially in urban areas. Ukraine will also adapt the Humvees with new technologies.
www.forbes.com
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They probably thought marching like the Rockettes high-kicking in a line was how you head into battle....
I am not sure why you are concerned about this. For one thing, I would put the chances of China engaging in a war with us is about 1%. If they did, where is this war going to be fought? How are they going to fight us with drones?
South China Sea/Taiwan
Ukraine has made excellent use of sea drones in the Black Sea.
Good article on the subject
How underwater drones could shape a potential Taiwan-China conflict
www.technologyreview.com
