Here we go again-Ukraine once again pt2

[Jimbuna]

Russia-Ukraine war: Frontline update as of April 19

In Ukraine, 86 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day. Russia is actively storming positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces in three directions in the Donetsk region, according to the Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff.

Russian attacks on Ukraine

In total, Russia launched 11 missile and 78 air strikes, fired 82 times from multiple launch rocket systems at the positions of Ukrainian troops and settlements. Unfortunately, Russian attacks have resulted in civilian casualties. A number of multi-story buildings and other civilian infrastructure facilities were destroyed and damaged.

At night, the Russians launched another massive attack on Ukraine, using cruise missiles of various types and Shahed UAVs. Data on this attack is being clarified.
Over the past day, the following Ukrainian localities were hit by Russian air strikes:

・Orlivka, Sumy region;

・Vovchansk, Strilecha, Borova, Kharkiv region;

・Nevske, Luhansk region;

・Yampolivka, New York, Novokalynove, Berdychi, Semenivka, Netailove, Selydove, Oleksandropil, Krasnohorivka, Vodiane, Vuhledar, Urozhaine, Staromaiorske, Donetsk region;

・Mala Tokmachka, Robotyne, Novodanylivka, Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia region;

・Krynky, Ivanivka, Kherson region.

Over 120 settlements in Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipro, Kherson, and Mykolaiv regions were under Russian artillery fire.

In the morning, the Russians fired missiles at Dnipro. As a result of the attack, a five-story building in the city is on fire, with dead and injured.

Situation at frontlines

The operational situation remains unchanged in the Volyn and Polissya directions.

In the Siversk and Slobozhanske directions, Russia maintains a military presence in the border areas, conducts sabotage activities to prevent the deployment of our troops to threatened areas, and increases the density of minefields along the state border.

Russian troops did not conduct offensive (assault) actions in the Kupiansk direction.

In the Lyman direction, Russian troops attacked the positions of Ukrainian defenders 4 times in the areas of Torske and Yampolivka in the Donetsk region.

In the Bakhmut direction, Ukrainian soldiers repelled 25 Russian attacks near the settlements of Bilohorivka in the Luhansk region; Verkhniokamianske, Vyimka, Kalynivka, Chasiv Yar, Novyi, Ivanivske, Klishchiivka in the Donetsk region.

In the Avdiivka direction, Ukrainian troops repelled 16 Russian attacks in the areas of Novokalynove, Ocheretyno, Berdychi, Pervomaiske, and Nevelske in the Donetsk region.

In the Novopavlivka direction, Ukrainian defenders continue to hold back Russian troops in the areas of Heorhiivka, Pobeda, Novomykhailivka, and Urozhaine in the Donetsk region, where Russia tried to break through the defense of Ukrainian troops 20 times.

In the Orikhiv direction, the Russian troops attacked the positions of Ukrainian defenders 4 times near Staromaiorske, Donetsk region, and Robotyne, Zaporizhzhia region.

In the Kherson direction, Russia does not abandon its intention to drive Ukrainian units from the footholds on the left bank of the Dnipro River. Thus, over the past day, the Russian troops made 11 unsuccessful attacks on the positions of Ukrainian defenders.

Russia's losses in war against Ukraine

Over the past day, the aviation of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck at 9 areas where Russian personnel were concentrated. In addition, Ukrainian Air Defense Forces destroyed 2 Russian Kh-59 guided missiles.

The Ukrainian missile troops destroyed 1 Russian control center, 2 artillery units, 1 electronic warfare station, 1 area of concentration of personnel, and 1 ammunition depot.

According to ISW, the Ukrainian Armed Forces recaptured positions near Berdychi, but the Russian troops advanced near Avdiivka.
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/world...8be31946&ei=15

[mapuc]

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[Dargo]

[Dargo]

The Netherlands is allocating over 200 million euros for additional artillery munitions and air defence in Ukraine.

This was announced by outgoing Defence Minister Ollongren in an online meeting of NATO ministers. "Air defence assets and artillery munitions are desperately needed in Ukraine," Ollongren said. "The situation threatens to become critical." According to Ollogren, the resources to which the Netherlands is now contributing are already in Europe and will go to Ukraine as soon as possible. "We must now all pull out all the stops to support Ukraine."

Of the amount, 150 million euros will go to the German Immediate Action for Air Defence initiative. This is intended to provide long-range air defence assets quickly. The remaining 60 million euros will be spent on short-range air defence assets. The Netherlands is also contributing to an Estonian initiative to rapidly deliver artillery munitions to Ukraine from existing stocks. The more than 200 million euros is part of the 1 billion euros the cabinet is releasing this year for additional military aid to Ukraine, a Defence spokesman said. That additional investment was announced last week.

[mapuc]

Originally Posted by Dargo

The Netherlands is allocating over 200 million euros for additional artillery munitions and air defence in Ukraine.

This was announced by outgoing Defence Minister Ollongren in an online meeting of NATO ministers. "Air defence assets and artillery munitions are desperately needed in Ukraine," Ollongren said. "The situation threatens to become critical." According to Ollogren, the resources to which the Netherlands is now contributing are already in Europe and will go to Ukraine as soon as possible. "We must now all pull out all the stops to support Ukraine."

Of the amount, 150 million euros will go to the German Immediate Action for Air Defence initiative. This is intended to provide long-range air defence assets quickly. The remaining 60 million euros will be spent on short-range air defence assets. The Netherlands is also contributing to an Estonian initiative to rapidly deliver artillery munitions to Ukraine from existing stocks. The more than 200 million euros is part of the 1 billion euros the cabinet is releasing this year for additional military aid to Ukraine, a Defence spokesman said. That additional investment was announced last week.

And for how long has Ukraine to wait for this ?

Europe is very much bureaucratic

Markus

[Dargo]

Originally Posted by mapuc

And for how long has Ukraine to wait for this ?

Europe is very much bureaucratic

Markus

Not long, the Netherlands already gave 50% of its patriot batteries we gone give more or buy them Mark Rutte is the best person to make this kinda deals with other countries. The EU does not give them but the countries themselves provides so no Europe bureaucracy same goes for new military production lines it all depends on the states most production lines are increasing production and many new production lines are being build or shutdown factories are restarted. I figure the Dutch patriot battery is either prepared for transport or already in transit. The artillery shells from the Czechs are also being delivered for weeks they are coming from countries like South Korea, South Africa, etc so takes time to transport and other factories in Europe.

[Skybird]

That illustration at Die Achse des Guten was too good to be missed - the title is "Habeck's tactical windmill rearmament of Ukraine".

[Jimbuna]

US Congress close to passing long-awaited aid

After months of delay, the US House of Representatives is poised to hold a vote on tens of billions of dollars in American military aid for Ukraine and Israel this weekend.

Both measures have vocal opponents in Congress, however, and their hopes of passage have hinged on a fragile bipartisan coalition to overcome daunting procedural and legislative obstacles.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson has said he is determined to bring the matter to a vote, even if it may put his hold on power in jeopardy.

The Ukraine vote will be closely watched in Kyiv, which has warned of an urgent need for fresh support from its allies as Russia makes steady gains on the battlefield.

The House is set to vote on final passage on Saturday, and the Senate may approve the package as soon as this weekend. President Joe Biden has pledged to sign it into law.

Mr Johnson's foreign aid proposal provides $60.8bn (£49bn) to Ukraine, $26.4bn to Israel and $8.1bn to the Indo-Pacific region, including Taiwan. The House of Representatives will vote on each component individually, raising the possibility that some components will be approved and others will fail.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68848277

[Dargo]

German drone manufacturer opens factory in Ukraine

Quantum Systems, a German drone manufacturer, opened a drone factory and development hub in Ukraine on April 18, the company announced. Quantum Systems is the company behind advanced Vector reconnaissance drones, 212 of which have been provided to Ukraine by the German government. The plant is the company’s second site in Ukraine and is expected to increase production capacity to up to 1,000 drones yearly, including spare part production. By the end of the year, it may employ around 100 people. "For the company, this is a vote of confidence in Ukraine and its employees there, and at the same time a sign of the company’s own commitment to providing Ukraine with long-term support in the defense of its country," the statement read.

The drone manufacturer to invest up to €6 million ($6.4 million) in new production over the next two years, the company said... https://kyivindependent.com/german-d...ry-in-ukraine/

Ukraine Hit Russian Fuel Depot Overnight

Ukraine launched drones at eight Russian regions overnight, hitting three electrical substations and a fuel depot, a source in Ukraine's defense sector told AFP on Saturday. Kyiv has ramped up strikes on Russian oil and gas facilities in recent months, part of what it calls "fair" retaliation on infrastructure used to fuel Russia's war. "At least three electrical substations and a fuel storage base were hit and caught fire. The target was the energy infrastructure that feeds Russia's military-industrial complex," the source said. The strike was a "joint operation" of Ukraine's SBU security service, military intelligence and armed forces, the source added... https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/...-source-a84911

Russian Long-Range Strategic Bomber Crashes

Ukraine said Friday that, for the first time since Russia's invasion, it had downed a Russian long-range bomber used to fire cruise missiles at cities across the war-battered country. "For the first time, anti-aircraft missile units of the air force in cooperation with the defense intelligence of Ukraine destroyed a Tu-22M3 long-range strategic bomber," Ukraine's military said in a statement on social media. The Russian Defense Ministry said a “technical malfunction” caused the crash. Russian officials said the plane had crashed over the southern Stavropol region when it was flying back to base and at least one member of the crew had died.

Two other pilots were taken to the hospital and searches are underway for the fourth pilot, the state-run RIA Novosti news agency reported, citing the Defense Ministry. Footage circulating on social media shows the bomber spinning as it descends to the ground with a fire near its tail. Ukraine said that the Tu-22M3 had launched deadly strikes on the cities of Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih overnight. "This was the plane that bombed Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih. We took our revenge for our cities and civilians," air force spokesperson Illya Yevlash told AFP... https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2024/...ibility-a84894



Donald Trump: “Why isn’t Europe giving more money to help Ukraine? Why is it that the United States is over $100 Billion Dollars into the Ukraine War more than Europe…”



In absolute numbers, the EU countries have given more than twice as much as the US. In relative to GDP numbers, they gave much more.

[Jimbuna]

GDP numbers don't interest Trump or Ukraine I suspect. It's the actual monetary value that counts and purchases what the Ukraine needs.

[Dargo]

Originally Posted by Jimbuna

GDP numbers don't interest Trump or Ukraine I suspect. It's the actual monetary value that counts and purchases what the Ukraine needs.

Europe gives in actual monetary value more than the US.

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Dargo

Europe gives in actual monetary value more than the US.

I wouldn't dispute the fact but how many countries are the EU and using Estonia (whoever created the graph) is being a tad disingenuous IMHO

I fully expect Ukraine to be able to purchase a lot more equipment with US funding than that given by Estonia.

[Dargo]

Originally Posted by Jimbuna

I wouldn't dispute the fact but how many countries are the EU and using Estonia (whoever created the graph) is being a tad disingenuous IMHO

I fully expect Ukraine to be able to purchase a lot more equipment with US funding than that given by Estonia.

The majority of committed support by country has come from the United States, whose total aid commitment is valued at about $75 billion. The U.S. is followed by Germany and the United Kingdom for highest commitments overall. The European Union as a whole has committed approximately $93 billion in aid to Ukraine. While big, wealthy countries can afford to provide more in absolute terms, smaller countries are making significant offerings of their own. In fact, relative to each country’s gross domestic product, the countries near Ukraine are providing the most support.

[Jimbuna]

Fair enough but I'd prefer to see the individual countries contributions in monetary terms.

I reckon that way Estonia would be pretty well near bottom of the table and in addition there are a few EU countries/allies of the UK who also contribute almost insignificant sums.

[mapuc]

The Bill got/went through the Congress.

This would mean Ukraine has supply for another 18-20 month of fighting(Someone wrote this in a livestream chat)

Markus