Live Conflict Ukraine-Russia War

[Soldier30]

Footage of an attempt to counterattack by a Ukrainian armored group in the Pokrovsk direction, near Pokrovsk. The Ukrainian armored group consists of a Swedish-made Pbv 302 armored personnel carrier, Ukrainian-made Kozak-7 armored vehicles, American-made BATT UMG armored vehicles, and other equipment. The military equipment bears a new Ukrainian tactical sign in the form of a cross with arrows. The Ukrainian group was attacked by Russian BT-40 FPV drones and fiber-optic-controlled FPV drones. Technical information about the equipment is available on the channel. Judging by the video, some equipment was attacked by drones several times.

 

[Soldier30]

An episode of the battle of the Russian 4th separate motorized rifle brigade, using several tanks with the Tsar-Mangal protection. During the march of the tanks, one of the T-72 tanks with its own name "Rusich" stalled. The crew was forced to abandon the tank, but later it was evacuated, shown at the end of the video. The column of tanks turned around and, covered by a smoke screen, retreated to their original positions. After that, the Russian tank was subjected to multiple attacks by Ukrainian FPV drones. Ammunition was dropped on the tank, and drones with a thermite charge were also used to set the tank on fire. It is worth noting that some of the Ukrainian drones did not explode. As previously reported by the operators of Ukrainian FPV drones, the effectiveness of FPV attacks is now about 35%. As a result of numerous attacks by Ukrainian drones, the Russian T-72 tank with the Tsar-Mangal protection was never destroyed.

 

[Relic]

Appealing to the businessman in Donald Trump, Ukraine has sent the Americans an offer to PURCHASE $50 Billion usd worth of a mix of new and used military equipment. Ukraine would either pay for the aid directly (with European help) or repay it through a mineral deal. Zelenskyy is open to either option. The Ukrainians understand that while Trump is continueing to allow the aid Biden committed to Ukraine to be shipped as was agreed, Trump is not about to request another Congressional Aid Package for Ukraine because the U.S. Conservatives have no interest in sending additional free aid to Ukraine.

Trump's only goal is to enrich the U.S. however, and he might be persuaded to sell Ukraine $50 Billion usd worth of military equipment that they already use, as America routinely sells military equipment to their Allies.

How will Ukraine pay for this? Fungibility. The EU + Canada + Britain + Japan + Australia are committed to keeping Ukraine's Federal budget afloat, along with the $50 Billion loan they received a couple months back. That combination of funding sources would allow them to repurpose funds from their own domestic budget towards the direct purchase of U.S. weapons.

While the full list of new / used weapons for purchase has not been publically released, some of the items are believed to be the following:

- 10 Patriot Air Defense Batteries
- PAC 2/3 Patriot Air Defense Missiles
- AIM-120 AMRAAM Missiles (NASAMS / F-16s)
- AIM-9M/X Sidewinder Missiles (NASAMS / F-16s)
- VAMPIRE Air Defense Systems
- Stinger Air Defense Missiles
- JSOW Air Launched Munitions
- JDAM Air Launched Munitions
- ATACMS (HIMARS)
- GMLRS (HIMARS)
- Javelin Anti-Tank Missiles
- TOW Anti-Tank Missiles (Bradleys)
- AT4 Anti-Armor Rockets
- M1A1 Abrams MBTs
- Bradley IFVs
- Stryker APCs
- M113 APCs
- MaxxPro MRAPs
- Cougar MRAPS
- M777 Towed Howitzers
- M109 Self-Propelled Howitzers
- 155mm Artillery Shells
- 105mm Artillery Shells
- 120mm Mortar Rounds
- 81mm Mortar Rounds
- 60mm Mortar Rounds
- APKWS Rockets
- Switchblade 300 Drones
- Switchblade 600 Drones
- GLSDB
- Small Arms
- Small Arms Munitions
- Spare Parts
- Body Armor
- Night Vision Devices
- Encrypted Communication Devices
- Satellite Intelligence

This isn't a comprehensive list, however, it's much of the equipment that Ukraine uses, effectively, every single day.

Ukraine open to buy US military aid package for $50 billion, Zelensky says

"We handed over to the American side a large package that we want to buy. To buy in one form or another," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

www.yahoo.com

Ukraine war latest: Russia's spring offensive 'already begun;' over 160 Chinese nationals fight against Ukraine

Key developments on April 9: * Over 160 Chinese nationals fight for Russia in Ukraine, obtained documents show * Russia's spring offensive has "effectively already begun," Syrskyi says * Ukraine open to buy US military aid package for $50 billion, Zelensky says * Russian military airfield...

kyivindependent.com

 

[Soldier30]

Footage of Russian FPV drones supporting soldiers in storming buildings and bunkers in Ukraine. The video was filmed in the Orekhov direction and shows drone strikes on buildings, bunkers and strongholds of the Ukrainian army. Drone models not disclosed

 

[Spitfire9]

Donald Trump says he wants the killing in Ukraine to stop.

One quick way: Ukraine capitulates.
Another quick way: Russia withdraws.

Neither side agrees to either option.

I can think of a third way of shortening the war: a 15 (?) USD per barrel tariff payable to the government of the country importing Russian oil. Governments refusing to apply the tariff would be subject to secondary sanctions by the US, Europe and any other countries that joined the scheme.

How many countries would refuse the 'free' 15 USD for every barrel of Russian oil imported by their country? Importers would reduce the price offered for Russian oil by 15 USD per barrel.

Effect: world supply of crude would be maintained, Russia would run out of funds more quickly, the war and killing would stop more quickly.

 

[TR_123456]

Donald Trump says he wants the killing in Ukraine to stop.

One quick way: Ukraine capitulates.
Another quick way: Russia withdraws.

Neither side agrees to either option.

I can think of a third way of shortening the war: a 15 (?) USD per barrel tariff payable to the government of the country importing Russian oil. Governments refusing to apply the tariff would be subject to secondary sanctions by the US, Europe and any other countries that joined the scheme.

How many countries would refuse the 'free' 15 USD for every barrel of Russian oil imported by their country? Importers would reduce the price offered for Russian oil by 15 USD per barrel.

Effect: world supply of crude would be maintained, Russia would run out of funds more quickly, the war and killing would stop more quickly.

So,how is the US going to make that work when China is the biggest(by far) buyer of Russian oil and gas?
India also a big buyer,how are you(US) going to sanction India when you need India in the longterm?

 

[Spitfire9]

So,how is the US going to make that work when China is the biggest(by far) buyer of Russian oil and gas?
India also a big buyer,how are you(US) going to sanction India when you need India in the longterm?

By imposing secondary sanctions. I think that China stopped ordering Russian oil in Jan/Feb for fear of inviting secondary sanctions from the US, decided they would not be applied, then resumed ordering.

What I propose is that governments profit from the discount on Russian crude rather than the benefit being taken by the companies importing the stuff. Do you know of any governments that would not like to receive 15 USD for each barrel of oil imported?

You will be aware that the US is currently inflicting severe damage on the Chinese economy. I am suggesting that the US and Europe impose a price cut on Russian oil that benefits the Chinese and Indian governments financially at the cost of Russian crude producers.

PS I think that Russia exported around 4 million barrels of crude per day in 2024. That would represent about 60 million USD per day income for the governments of importing countries with my proposal. Say 20+ billion USD per annum?

 

[Relic]

Germany has announced a substantial new military aid package for Ukraine today, valued at $3.4 Billion usd. The package will be delivered throughout 2025 and consists of the following:

- 4 IRIS-T Air Defense Systems
- 30 Patriot PAC 2 Air Defense Missiles
- 300 IRIS-T Air Defense Missiles
- 120 Stinger MANPADS
- 15 Leopard 1A5 MBTs
- 25 Marder IFVs
- 14 Panzerhaubitze 2000 Howitzers
- 100,000 155mm Artillery Shells
- 300 Surveillance Drones
- 100 Ground Surveillance RADARS

Note: This package will be delivered in 2025 to supplement the substantial military aid that Germany already sends Ukraine on a monthly basis. Those deliveries will continue to be updated monthly.

Germany announces new military aid package for Ukraine

Defense Minister Pistorius says Berlin will provide 4 IRIS-T air defense systems with 300 guided missiles, 100 ground surveillance radars, and 100,000 rounds of artillery ammunition - Anadolu Ajansı

www.aa.com.tr

Germany pledges IRIS-T air defenses, tanks, shells in new aid package for Ukraine

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius said the country plans to acquire more IRIS-T systems in the coming years and confirmed the upcoming delivery of 1,100 additional ground surveillance radars.

kyivindependent.com

Government announces £450m military ‘surge’ to Ukraine ahead of defence summit

The funding was unveiled as a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group was due to be held.

uk.news.yahoo.com

 

[Relic]

Britain and announced a new military aid package for Ukraine today valued at $600 million usd. The package consists of the following.

- Hundreds of thousands of drones
- Air Defense Radars
- Counter Battery RADARS
- Anti Tank Mines
- $200 Million usd worth of spare parts and maintenance.

£450M surge of military support to boost Ukraine's Armed Forces as UK and Germany chair meeting of 50 nations

Package will support UK jobs and growth, with equipment and repair contracts connecting UK companies with Ukrainian industry

www.gov.uk

 

[Relic]

Significant new on the Ukraine aid front...

The most recent Ramstein summit concluded today in Germany and 51 countries supporting Ukraine were in attendance, either in person, or virtually. Collectively, they committed an additional $23 Billion usd in direct military aid to Ukraine. Packages will be funded and delivered throughout 2025 and beyond.

Concurrently, Ukraine again expressed their desire to purchase $50 Billion usd worth of weapons from exisiting U.S. stockpiles and U.S. defense contractors. A full list of items that Ukraine wishes to purchase has been given to the U.S. Government for consideration. There has been no word yet from the Americans about whether or not they will see Ukraine the weapons that they have requested.

Allies pledge €21B in weapons for Ukraine while denouncing Russian attacks

Ukraine’s supporters promised a record new round of military aid.

www.politico.eu

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[TR_123456]

- 30 Patriot PAC 2 Air Defense Missiles

Since when does Germany own Pac 2 Air Defence Missiles?

 

[Relic]

Since when does Germany own Pac 2 Air Defence Missiles?

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Germany currently uses PAC-2 and PAC 3 CRI missiles in their launchers and has PAC 2 GEM-T and PAC-3 MSE missiles on order.

Germany Completes Delivery of 100 Patriot PAC-2 GEM-T Missiles to Ukraine

Germany Completes Delivery of 100 Patriot PAC-2 GEM-T Missiles to Ukraine

armyrecognition.com

Germany to buy additional PATRIOT air defence systems and GEM-T interceptors

PATROT remains one of NATO’s most reliable air defence systems, currently used by eight European nations to defend against cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, drones, and aircraft.

defence-industry.eu

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List of active equipment of the German Air Force - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

 

[Relic]

Lithuania announced a new military aid package for Ukraine today valued at $34 million usd. The package consists of the following:

- 155mm Artillery Shells (via )
- Anti Drone Systems
- Electronic Warfare Systems
- De-Mining Capabilities

The Netherlands announced a new military aid package valued at $175 million usd today. The package consists of the following:

- Purchase of an undisclosed air defense systems and interceptors for Ukraine

Netherlands to provide €150 million to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense

Read more

newsukraine.rbc.ua

 

[Spitfire9]

With all these ongoing European aid packages to help Ukraine survive, Russia looks like it is going to spend itself into financial oblivion. Many of Its companies are losing money and heading for insolvency.

Why is this happening? The war.

 

[Soldier30]

Footage of three Ukrainian M109 self-propelled guns being destroyed by Russian FPV drones. The 155mm M109 self-propelled howitzers have been produced in the United States since 1962. The howitzer has a firing range of up to 30 km and a crew of up to 6 people. Ukraine received 90 self-propelled guns of the following versions: M109A3GN, M109A4BE, M109A5O and M109A6/L. The video shows a Russian FPV drone striking a Ukrainian M109 self-propelled gun near the village of Sergeyevka, west of Pokrovsk. Drone footage of a burning Ukrainian M109 self-propelled gun near the village of Liptsy, in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine. And footage of a Ukrainian serviceman from the ground, destroyed by a Ukrainian M109 self-propelled gun, as a result of an attack by a Russian FPV drone in the Sumy region of Ukraine.

 

[Spitfire9]

Russian invaders have suffered record losses since the beginning of the year. According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi on Telegram, these losses have surpassed 140,000 personnel.

"Attempts by the occupiers to break through our defense have resulted in record losses for the Russian invaders," the statement reads.

Believe it or not, as you will.

I wonder what will happen with a Russian spring offensive, if there is one of any size. I presume that reported Russian casualties will rise.

MSN

 

[blackjack]

reports that it was shot down by an S-400

Condolences to pilot, It would be funny if he requests for F-35s on social media later after this.