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« Reply #1900 on: July 04, 2025, 03:15:32 pm »

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‼️🇺🇦🇺🇸 Putin is preparing a summer of non-stop attacks on Ukraine as U.S. military aid is cut, — WSJ

▪️During a phone call with Trump on Thursday, Putin made it clear that he has no intention of heeding the U.S. president's calls to stop the war.
▪️Putin's strategy is to break Ukraine's ability and will to resist by increasing pressure on both the military and the civilian population.
▪️Recent events have strengthened Moscow's confidence that it can wear down Ukraine and its allies in a war of attrition. Ukraine will be forced to conserve resources, and this will likely accelerate Russia's advance on the front lines.
▪️Ukraine has so far managed to contain the Russian Armed Forces' offensive in the Sumy region, but this has further stretched its already limited forces.
▪️Seizing territory is not Putin's main goal at this stage. His task is to exhaust Ukraine's forces, destroy weapons, and undermine the morale of both the population and Western allies.



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« Reply #1901 on: July 04, 2025, 05:02:22 pm »
The Netherlands accuses Russia of using chemical weapons in Ukraine

NOS News  •  today, 08:46

The Dutch intelligence services MIVD and AIVD state that the Russian army is using chemical weapons in the war in Ukraine. This was communicated to the House of Representatives by demissionary Minister Brekelmans of Defense.

The services indicate that Russia is increasingly using chemical weapons, including not only tear gas but also strong substances such as chloropicrin. The MIVD and AIVD conclude this together with the German foreign intelligence service BND.



Chloro-picrin is lethal at high concentrations in enclosed spaces. It is a violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. According to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense, the substance has been used in 9000 attacks on Ukrainian soldiers, resulting in at least three deaths from the gas.

The use of chemical weapons indirectly leads to more fatal Ukrainian casualties, say intelligence agencies. This is because many Ukrainian soldiers are forced to leave their shelters due to the use of chemical weapons. They are then killed with other weapons.

"Russia is showing that they disregard all rules," says Minister Brekelmans to NOS. "If we don't respond to this, it will be a dangerous slippery slope."

Minister Brekelmans wants to further isolate Russia internationally, among other things by expanding sanction packages. "We will also provide additional support to Ukraine and encourage others to continue doing so."  .  .  .

https://nos.nl/artikel/2573593-nederland-beschuldigt-rusland-van-inzet-chemische-wapens-in-oekraine
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« Reply #1902 on: July 04, 2025, 05:09:18 pm »
US Halts Arms Shipments to Ukraine Despite Sufficient Stockpiles, Pentagon Faces Internal Pushback

Oleksandr Yan  |  July 4, 2024  |  19:48

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has unilaterally halted a shipment of weapons to Ukraine, despite internal assessments showing the move would not compromise U.S. military readiness, NBC News reported, citing multiple sources.

The shipment was delayed earlier this week over concerns that continued military aid to Ukraine could deplete U.S. stockpiles.

However, three officials familiar with the matter said senior military officers had concluded that the aid package would not reduce ammunition inventories below critical levels.

While certain types of precision-guided munitions are running low, the Joint Chiefs of Staff determined that further support to Ukraine would not endanger U.S. combat readiness, according to the officials.

Rep. Adam Smith, the ranking Democratic leader on the House Armed Services Committee, criticized the Pentagon’s rationale, calling it misleading.

“We are not at the lowest level of weapons stockpiles we have seen in 3.5 years of the conflict in Ukraine,” Smith told NBC News, adding that his staff had reviewed the figures and found no justification for the aid suspension.

According to four congressional aides and a former official, the decision to halt supplies was made unilaterally by Hegseth—the third such instance this year. Similar moves in February and May were later reversed after internal and external pressure.

NBC News sources also reported that Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon’s policy chief, backed the decision. Colby has consistently argued for scaling back U.S. involvement in Ukraine to prioritize military resources for a potential conflict with China in the Indo-Pacific.

The suspension has included deliveries of MIM-104F Patriot missiles—critical for Ukraine’s defense against ballistic threats. In response, the German government has launched an urgent procurement effort to provide the interceptors for Ukraine’s U.S.-made Patriot systems.  .  .  .

https://militarnyi.com/en/news/us-halts-arms-shipments-to-ukraine-despite-sufficient-stockpiles-pentagon-faces-internal-pushback/


The problem with DoD's position here is that the weapons transfers are for drawdowns that have already been paid for.  In addition, the drawdowns come with an appropriation that covers replacements for the drawdowns.  What has happened is that those funds have been misappropriated, and DoD now lacks the ability to replace those stockpiles.
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1903 on: July 04, 2025, 05:13:44 pm »
Russian Strike Triggers Blackout at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, Ukraine Warns of Nuclear Risk

Liubava Petriv  |  Jul 04, 2025 21:05  |  Updated Jul 04, 2025 21:14

A Russian attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has caused a complete blackout at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Ukraine’s Minister of Energy, German Galushchenko, reported on July 4.

The strike targeted a key power transmission line connecting the temporarily occupied plant to Ukraine’s unified energy system. This line is critical for maintaining the plant’s internal needs and ensuring radiation safety systems remain functional.

“This line allows the plant to support its own essential operations needed to maintain radiation safety,” explained Galushchenko.

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the Zaporizhzhia plant has experienced a full blackout eight times and has frequently come dangerously close to losing external power.

“This is yet another act of nuclear terror,” added Galushchenko.

Previously, it was reported that Russian occupation forces are obstructing the activities of the International Atomic Energy Agency mission stationed at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.

https://united24media.com/latest-news/russian-strike-triggers-blackout-at-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-plant-ukraine-warns-of-nuclear-risk-9636
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1904 on: July 04, 2025, 07:01:41 pm »
Quote from: DB on July 03, 2025, 04:05:37 pm
What are they going to arm them with, pitchforks?

Standard issue AKs, motorcycles, grenades etc.
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« Reply #1905 on: July 04, 2025, 07:03:00 pm »
Quote from: berdie on July 03, 2025, 06:54:24 pm


Yeah, I've read this on several different sites since the original post. But it seems that it's not a total cease of munition shipments. The Patriots seem to be the biggie. I have no idea if Europe has this type of missile, but hopefully they do and will step up to the plate.

Europe does not make Patriot missiles.
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« Reply #1906 on: July 04, 2025, 07:05:07 pm »
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1907 on: July 04, 2025, 07:06:34 pm »
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1908 on: July 04, 2025, 07:07:52 pm »
Quote from: MeganC on July 04, 2025, 12:14:07 pm
Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania....

Poland, Germany, France, UK etc.
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« Reply #1909 on: July 04, 2025, 07:14:54 pm »
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 3, 2025

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Details about the recent US suspension of aid to Ukraine remain unclear. Journalists for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Economist stated on July 2 and 3 that the United States halted aid shipments to Ukraine in Poland that included 30 PAC-3 interceptors for Patriot air defense systems; 8,496 155mm high explosive howitzer munitions; 142 AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-ground missiles; 252 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rockets; 25 missiles for Stinger man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS); 125 AT-4 grenade launchers; and 92 AIM air-to-air missiles. The Economist reported on July 3 that the Pentagon turned around planes carrying air defense interceptors and other US military aid to Ukraine on June 30 and July 1, suspending deliveries.[5] US Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated on July 3 that Trump has indicated his “remaining commitment” to US provisions of Patriot interceptors to Ukraine.

Bruce stated that the United States “hasn't paused” sending weapons to Ukraine but that the recent suspension is “one aspect, one situation, one event that has been changed.” Chief Pentagon Spokesperson Sean Parnell stated on July 2 that the US Department of Defense (DoD) “paused” weapons shipments to Ukraine to conduct a “capability review” to ensure that US military aid aligns with the DoD’s defense priorities while preserving US military readiness. Parnell stated that DoD recommendations about military aid to Ukraine are consistent with US President Donald Trump's stated goal of ending the war in Ukraine.

A Ukrainian strike killed the deputy commander-in-chief of the Russian Navy in Kursk Oblast, and an unknown actor may have assassinated a high-ranking Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) official in Moscow City. The Russian Ministry of Defense (MoD) acknowledged on July 3 that Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy Major General Mikhail Gudkov died on July 2 during combat operations in the Kursk Oblast border area.

Gudkov previously served as commander of the 155th Naval Infantry Brigade (Pacific Fleet), and Russian President Vladimir Putin promoted him to deputy commander-in-chief of the Russian Navy in March 2025. Primorsky Krai Governor Oleg Kozhemyako reported on July 3 that Captain Second Rank Nariman Shikhaliev died alongside Gudkov. Gudkov’s obituary from the “Typhoon” All-Russian Organization of Naval Infantry stated that Ukrainian forces launched a missile strike against the command post of the 155th Naval Infantry Brigade near Korenevo, Kursk Oblast, on July 2, killing over 10 service members, including Gudkov and several senior officers.

Ukrainian military observer Yuriy Butusov reported that the strike killed Gudkov’s deputy and 20 other Russian service members. Radio Svoboda [ Freedom ] stated that “unconfirmed official reports” suggest that a Ukrainian HIMARS strike killed Gudkov. Telegram channel Nexta additionally claimed on July 3 that there are unconfirmed reports that Alexei Komkov, head of the FSB’s Fifth Directorate, which is officially tasked with overseeing operational information and international relations, died after a car exploded in central Moscow City. ISW cannot confirm the death of Komkov or the actor responsible for the reported car explosion in Moscow City.

Ukraine's Western allies continue to provide military aid to Ukraine, but the United States remains the only Ukrainian partner that can provide certain critical weapons systems - especially air defenses - at scale and quickly. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on July 3 that Ukraine signed a memorandum on a long-term strategic partnership with US autonomous system engineering company Swift Beat, agreeing to produce hundreds of thousands of interceptor drones in 2025 that are capable of shooting down Russian Shahed drones and to expand production further in 2026.

Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov also announced on July 1 that Ukraine is launching a joint arms production program with its international Ramstein format partners to produce weapons for the Ukrainian military in Ukraine and abroad. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated on July 3 that Sweden is allocating an additional 1.5 billion Swedish kroner (roughly $156 million) to purchase over 10 new Archer artillery barrels, augment long-range strike and underwater capabilities, and support unspecified logistical support for Ukraine. The Latvian Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced on July 2 that Belgium and Turkey joined the UK- and Latvian-led international drone coalition. The Latvian MoD also announced on July 1 that it approved the transfer of 42 Patria armored personnel carriers (APCs) and other military equipment to Ukraine.

UK defense and security enterprise Prevail Partners announced on July 2 that it launched a joint partnership with Ukrainian drone manufacturer Skyeton International to increase production of long-range drones as part of efforts to supply drones to Ukraine and provide the UK with modern military equipment. Unspecified German security forces told German media outlet Die Welt on July 1 that Germany signed a contract to finance the production of over 500 Antonov-196 (AN-196) ”Lyutyi” long-range drones for Ukraine

ISW continues to assess that US aid to Ukraine, particularly Patriot air defense systems and interceptors, is critical to Ukraine's ability to protect its defense industrial base (DIB) and safeguard the capabilities it obtains from its partners in the face of long-range Russian strikes. Such US-provided systems are required so that Ukraine's DIB can grow to be largely self-sufficient and able to sustain Ukraine's materiel requirements with domestic production.

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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1910 on: July 04, 2025, 07:15:29 pm »
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1911 on: July 04, 2025, 07:46:37 pm »
Quote from: BobfromWB on July 04, 2025, 07:06:34 pm
47 has more Ukrainian blood on his hands.

Spoken like a true Democrat in the past two days....
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« Reply #1912 on: July 04, 2025, 11:15:29 pm »
Ukraine isn't Trump's to lose.  But it could easily be his to win.
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1913 on: July 05, 2025, 02:35:05 am »
Quote from: Hoodat on July 04, 2025, 11:15:29 pm
Ukraine isn't Trump's to lose.  But it could easily be his to win.

That's the way I see it too.
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1914 on: July 05, 2025, 03:47:22 am »
Quote from: BobfromWB on July 04, 2025, 07:06:34 pm
47 has more Ukrainian blood on his hands.
How do you figure?

He never fired those weapons, that's on Putin.
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1915 on: July 05, 2025, 01:31:06 pm »
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« Reply #1916 on: July 05, 2025, 01:32:14 pm »
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« Reply #1917 on: July 05, 2025, 01:33:18 pm »
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« Reply #1919 on: July 05, 2025, 01:36:19 pm »
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« Reply #1920 on: July 05, 2025, 01:39:29 pm »
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« Reply #1921 on: July 05, 2025, 01:42:16 pm »
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« Reply #1922 on: July 05, 2025, 01:44:12 pm »
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This is Kyiv right now. I will not stop until the bombs stop. Many Ukraine’s fall abandoned by the world.  Many are sending their goodbye to their families outside of Ukraine.  This is not God's will. Putin, you can not beca Christian and do this to other Christians, Jews, & Muslims. The world must not be silent. This is about humanity, not political power.



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« Reply #1923 on: July 05, 2025, 01:47:53 pm »
Vlad gave his answer to peace, Mr. President: We must re-arm Ukraine

By Post Editorial Board  |  Published July 4, 2025, 3:40 p.m. ET

Mr. President, we know you understand that the primary obstacle to peace in Ukraine is Russia’s aggression.

You said you were “disappointed” in the conversation with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, and that you “don’t think he’s looking to stop.”

Putin again insisted he was unwilling to commit to a ceasefire until the “root causes” of the conflict were addressed.

For Vlad, the “root cause” is the existence of Ukraine.

He followed your call with the largest drone and missile strike of the war, killing at least one.

So why, Mr. President, is your administration punishing Ukraine?

The Pentagon has halted the anti-missile and drone weapons needed to protect the civilians of Kyiv. You remember the desperation on the face of the Ukrainian reporter you touchingly spoke to in the Netherlands, her fears for her husband and her family.

Why are we threatening to abandon her?

There is a belief, being pushed by twisted ideologues, that helping Ukraine is somehow hurting the United States, and not in our best interest. This couldn’t be further from the truth.

Officials claim we have a weapons shortage, but many of these arms were already allocated — some were already in Poland.

Ukraine is paying for them, partly from seized Russian assets and European grants, a stimulus for our industries to make more.

In fact, our military can use that money — and the intelligence it is gathering from Ukraine’s successful resistance — to make better drones and anti-missile technology.

It builds the foundation of the Golden Dome.

But most importantly, Ukraine’s fate sends a message to the world about America. Russia is not an economic superpower to be unlocked. It is a dying terrorist state. Putin is willing to spend the blood of his people in a last grasp for empire.

If we let him succeed, if we help him succeed, it won’t just threaten Europe. It will tell China that our alliances are fickle, our patience short.  .  .  .

https://nypost.com/2025/07/04/opinion/vlad-gave-his-answer-to-peace-mr-president-we-must-re-arm-ukraine/
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« Reply #1924 on: July 05, 2025, 01:51:41 pm »
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« Reply #1925 on: July 05, 2025, 02:01:16 pm »
Analysis: Amid Stalled Talks, Russia Has Massively Increased Air Attacks On Ukraine

Yauhen Lehalau and Ray Furlong  |  July 05, 2025  |  00:07 CET



As several months of US-led diplomacy have failed to broker a cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine, the Kremlin has used the time to massively ramp up aerial attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.

Russia almost doubled its monthly totals of missiles and drones fired at Ukraine between December 2024 and May 2025, according to figures compiled by the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project, or ACLED.

The numbers increased every month going from 1,269 in December to 2,436 in May.

The US-based ACLED recorded 2,110 strikes between June 1 and June 27, but this does not include air strikes last weekend which Kyiv said were the largest of the war so far.

Russian Air And Drone Strikes On Ukraine
Russian air and drone strikes on Ukraine haved surged in 2025, to over 2,000 monthly
strikes. Though this data ends June 27, 2025, Ukraine's Air Force reported 537 strikes
on June 29 alone -- indicating June would likely exceed May's peak of 2,436 strikes.


Official figures provided by the Ukrainian Air Force put the numbers even higher. It said Russia fired a record 5,438 drones in June.  .  .  .

https://www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-russia-drones-trump-negotiations-ceasefire/33464261.html
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« Reply #1926 on: July 05, 2025, 02:05:50 pm »
Russia to Involve Laos Troops in Its War Against Ukraine. Here’s What We Know

Roman Kohanets  |  Jul 05, 2025  |  14:15

Kremlin is organizing the deployment of up to 50 Lao sapper troops to clear landmines in Russia’s Kursk region under the guise of humanitarian assistance, a move Kyiv says is intended to legitimize the presence of foreign combat-support forces on Russian soil, as stated in the latest Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Directorate (HUR) report.

“Russia, hiding behind humanitarian rhetoric, is trying to legalize the presence of a foreign military contingent on its territory, effectively using it to support combat operations against Ukraine,” the intelligence directorate stated.

In addition to the mass recruitment of mercenaries from African and Asian countries and units from North Korea, the Kremlin is exploring the possibility of involving so-called partners under the pretext of implementing humanitarian projects in Russia’s border regions with Ukraine.

According to HUR, Moscow is now organizing a combined engineering detachment from the Lao People’s Army to conduct mine-clearing operations in the Kursk region.  .  .  .

https://united24media.com/latest-news/russia-to-involve-laos-troops-in-its-war-against-ukraine-heres-what-we-know-9643



That's 50 Laotians who will be assuming combat roles inside Ukraine within two weeks of leaving Vientiane.
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« Reply #1927 on: July 05, 2025, 02:08:38 pm »
Trump satisfied with Zelensky call, suggests Patriot missiles still possible for Ukraine despite deliveries halt

In contrast, the US President expressed sharp frustration with Vladimir Putin after their phone call that preceded Zelenskyy’s, telling reporters the Russian leader rejected ceasefire discussions and “wants to continue killing people.”

Vira Kravchuk  |  05/07/2025

US President Donald Trump described his recent phone conversation with Vladimir Putin as “disappointing” while praising his follow-up call with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy as “very good and strategic.”

This comes as Russia intensified drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities and the US temporarily suspended some arms deliveries to Ukraine, including missiles for Patriot air defense systems, citing concerns that American stockpiles were running low. Despite peace talks in May and June, no ceasefire or peace agreement has been reached. Trump’s conversations with Putin and Zelenskyy reflect the stalled diplomatic efforts, with Putin showing no willingness to halt the war and Trump acknowledging the lack of breakthroughs.

Trump spoke with Zelenskyy on 4 July and told journalists aboard Air Force One that he was pleased with this recent conversation.

Zelenskyy described their discussion as a “very important and fruitful conversation” covering Ukraine’s air defense needs, joint defense production and “mutual procurement and investment.”

Trump echoed the positive tone, telling reporters: “I think it was a very good conversation, a very strategic conversation.”

What did Trump say about continued military aid? Despite the pause, he indicated support would resume: “We have been helping them and will continue to help.” However, it is unclear what kind of support he is referring to here.

When pressed specifically about Patriot air defense systems, Trump suggested the possibility remained open, responding “Yes, maybe” to questions about future deliveries.  .  .

https://euromaidanpress.com/2025/07/05/trump-satisfied-with-zelensky-call-suggests-patriot-missiles-still-possible-for-ukraine-despite-deliveries-halt/
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« Reply #1928 on: July 05, 2025, 02:09:26 pm »
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« Reply #1929 on: July 05, 2025, 02:11:03 pm »
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« Reply #1930 on: July 05, 2025, 02:15:29 pm »

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“Unexpected fireworks” in Shebekino: Russian chemical plant goes up in flames after drone strike

Last night, a drone strike hit the “Selena” chemical plant in Shebekino, Belgorod region — just a few kilometers from the Ukrainian border. The facility quickly caught fire, sending smoke plumes into the night sky.

“Selena” specializes in industrial chemicals and polymers, including substances used in plastics and coatings. It’s also located within Russia’s strategically important industrial belt near the border.

Authorities, as usual, are "investigating the cause."
But let’s be honest — when drones are flying and chemical plants start glowing, the math isn’t hard.

No civilian injuries reported. Just another bad day for Russia’s “peaceful industry.”


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HHVb0ic-5E
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« Reply #1931 on: July 05, 2025, 02:17:36 pm »
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« Reply #1932 on: July 05, 2025, 02:19:36 pm »
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« Reply #1933 on: July 05, 2025, 02:30:42 pm »
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‼️🇺🇦🇺🇸 Putin is preparing a summer of non-stop attacks on Ukraine as U.S. military aid is cut - WSJ
His task is to exhaust Ukraine's forces, destroy weapons, and undermine the morale of both the population and Western allies.



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« Reply #1934 on: July 05, 2025, 02:37:03 pm »
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US Halts Arms Shipments to Ukraine Despite Sufficient Stockpiles, Pentagon Faces Internal Pushback

Oleksandr Yan  |  July 4, 2024  |  19:48

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has unilaterally halted a shipment of weapons to Ukraine, despite internal assessments showing the move would not compromise U.S. military readiness, NBC News reported, citing multiple sources ...

Rep. Adam Smith, the ranking Democratic leader on the House Armed Services Committee, criticized the Pentagon’s rationale, calling it misleading. “We are not at the lowest level of weapons stockpiles we have seen in 3.5 years of the conflict in Ukraine,” Smith told NBC News, adding that his staff had reviewed the figures and found no justification for the aid suspension ...

The suspension has included deliveries of MIM-104F Patriot missiles - critical for Ukraine’s defense against ballistic threats. In response, the German government has launched an urgent procurement effort to provide the interceptors for Ukraine’s U.S.-made Patriot systems ...

https://militarnyi.com/en/news/us-halts-arms-shipments-to-ukraine-despite-sufficient-stockpiles-pentagon-faces-internal-pushback/


The problem with DoD's position here is that the weapons transfers are for drawdowns that have already been paid for.  In addition, the drawdowns come with an appropriation that covers replacements for the drawdowns.  What has happened is that those funds have been misappropriated, and DoD now lacks the ability to replace those stockpiles.

Hegseth makes no move like this without 47's approval, who got the marching order from Putin. 47 hides in the closet of naivety with his hands dripping blood.

Rest assured, like 47 decision to destroy NASA, the media will not cover this story.
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« Reply #1935 on: July 05, 2025, 02:39:40 pm »
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« Reply #1936 on: July 05, 2025, 03:02:03 pm »
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Hegseth makes no move like this without 47's approval, who got the marching order from Putin. 47 hides in the closet of naivety with his hands dripping blood.

Hegseth clearly did make a move without 47's approval.  Trump isn't a micromanager.  He delegates authority just like any other competent leader.

I readily admit that I have been grossly bothered by many of the statements Trump has made regarding Ukraine.  But at the same time, I also know that this is who Trump is.  His MO is to stir things up and put everyone off balance.  I have learned to take a wait-and-see approach rather than fall into that trap.  For one thing, we now see Europe stepping up to the plate and committing themselves against Russian aggression.  Hate Trump all you want, but he is the one who made that happen.

What we have learned over the past couple of days is that the US has not ceased arms deliveries to Ukraine even though the worst of the Trump zealots promised us that all arms shipments were cut off on Day One.  So I'm willing to wait this one out.  My hope is that Trump drives down the price of oil, crippling Russia's economy (as well as Iran's).

The only way to stop Russia at this point is to make the war unaffordable for them.  Ukraine is doing a spectacular job of this with their deep drone strikes on Russian military targets and infrastructure while maintaining the moral high ground by avoiding civilian Russian casualties.  But from that moral standpoint, they definitely deserve our support.

Right now, history is repeating itself.  Russia today is no different from the Russia of 1939 which launched invasions of six separate countries, pouring gasoline on the kindling of WWII.  They were the instigators then, and they are the instigators now.  The only difference is whether or not we are going to stand in their way.  Just think of how things would have turned out if France or England had stood in Germany's way in 1939.

Russia can no longer hide what it is doing.  Its failures on the battlefield have driven it to do the only thing it knows - wholesale atrocities against the Ukrainian people.  And the world is watching.
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Re: Ukraine 6
« Reply #1937 on: July 05, 2025, 04:45:53 pm »
Quote from: Hoodat on July 05, 2025, 03:02:03 pm
Hegseth clearly did make a move without 47's approval.  Trump isn't a micromanager.  He delegates authority just like any other competent leader.

I readily admit that I have been grossly bothered by many of the statements Trump has made regarding Ukraine.  But at the same time, I also know that this is who Trump is.  His MO is to stir things up and put everyone off balance.  I have learned to take a wait-and-see approach rather than fall into that trap.  For one thing, we now see Europe stepping up to the plate and committing themselves against Russian aggression.  Hate Trump all you want, but he is the one who made that happen.

What we have learned over the past couple of days is that the US has not ceased arms deliveries to Ukraine even though the worst of the Trump zealots promised us that all arms shipments were cut off on Day One.  So I'm willing to wait this one out.  My hope is that Trump drives down the price of oil, crippling Russia's economy (as well as Iran's).

The only way to stop Russia at this point is to make the war unaffordable for them.  Ukraine is doing a spectacular job of this with their deep drone strikes on Russian military targets and infrastructure while maintaining the moral high ground by avoiding civilian Russian casualties.  But from that moral standpoint, they definitely deserve our support.

Right now, history is repeating itself.  Russia today is no different from the Russia of 1939 which launched invasions of six separate countries, pouring gasoline on the kindling of WWII.  They were the instigators then, and they are the instigators now.  The only difference is whether or not we are going to stand in their way.  Just think of how things would have turned out if France or England had stood in Germany's way in 1939.

Russia can no longer hide what it is doing.  Its failures on the battlefield have driven it to do the only thing it knows - wholesale atrocities against the Ukrainian people. And the world is watching.

Agreed. Look at Europe and the US supporting Ukraine, while the CCP, North Korea, Iran, and other not so pleasant actors (basically, the new communist bloc) support Russia's war of Ukrainian extermination.

Lest we forget, Stalin murdered more than Hitler, including massive numbers of 'his own'--not to mention the Holodomor--all the more reason Ukrainians will not willingly submit. The Communists under Mao, slaughtered even more than Stalin. You know them by the company they keep, and their mutual legacies of murder run deep.
By their fruits shall ye know them, and mass murder of civilians, when perfectly avoidable, does not sit well with us.
We can learn a lot from the Ukrainians about the asymmetric application of drones in warfare, tactically and strategically, and for us to support their manufacturing capabilities here might serve us well in the future. Beats reinventing the wheel. Z made a bad first impression, but seems to be recovering well from that, while Putin is going downhill.
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