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international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

Zelensky's Visit to U.S. Highlights Ukraine's Struggle Against Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the arrival of the first batch of U.S.-made M1 Abrams tanks in Ukraine, which will strengthen their actions against Russian occupiers. However, fewer than half of the expected tanks have arrived so far. Meanwhile, a U.N. panel announced that some Ukrainian citizens have been tortured to death under Russian occupation, with reports of brutal torture and sexual violence against women. In the battleground, a town near Kherson was shelled, and Russian forces shot down two Ukrainian drones. Zelensky vowed to retaliate against Russian attacks. In global impact, the Canadian speaker of the House of Commons apologized for praising a 98-year-old Ukrainian man who served in a Nazi military unit, and the United States offered a $2 billion loan to Poland for military modernization. Additionally, Russia added the president of the International Criminal Court to its wanted list.

via The Washington Post|

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international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

US Abrams tanks set to bolster Ukraine's defense as Biden administration reaffirms support

The United States will deliver the first M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine next week as part of a new $325 million military aid package. The tanks are considered state-of-the-art and will provide Ukrainian forces with a more powerful weapon against Russian and Soviet-era tanks. The delivery comes at a crucial time as Ukrainian forces are engaged in brutal fighting on the front lines. The tanks will be paired with depleted uranium rounds, and their arrival may help Ukraine punch holes in Russian defensive lines. The aid package also includes air defense missiles, ammunition, and artillery rounds, but does not include long-range ATACMS missiles that Ukraine had requested.

via Al Jazeera English|

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international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

US Provides Ukraine with M1 Abrams Tanks and Urges Allies to Strengthen Air Defenses

The United States has announced that it will soon deliver M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine as part of its pledged security assistance, as Ukrainian forces continue their counteroffensive against Russian troops. The tanks will be armed with controversial depleted uranium rounds, which have been associated with health issues. The US Defense Secretary also welcomed Ukraine's new defense minister and emphasized the importance of continuity in leadership. The US has been leading international efforts to support Ukraine through coalition-building, aid coordination, and imposing sanctions on Russia.

via Euronews|

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militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•8 min saved

"US Extends Abrams Tank Training for Ukraine, Pursues Lighter and Advanced Model for Future Wars"

Ukraine has requested an extension in training its troops on operating and repairing M1 Abrams tanks until the full contingent of 31 refurbished tanks arrive in the country. The training will continue for several more weeks at U.S. bases in Germany. The delay in receiving the tanks could have a negative impact as the rainy season approaches. Meanwhile, Ukraine is making incremental advances in Zaporizhzhiz and Donetsk oblasts, while Russian forces continue offensive operations in various areas. Additionally, the U.S. Navy will participate in the Sea Breeze exercise in Romania's Black Sea port of Constanta, focusing on maritime security and mine countermeasure operations. There is controversy surrounding Elon Musk's Starlink satellite communications system, which provides service to Ukraine, and Ukraine's spy boss says the recent defection of a Russian helicopter pilot is inspiring others to defect.

via The War Zone|

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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Biden expedites delivery of refurbished Abrams tanks to Ukraine.

The Biden administration is accelerating the delivery of M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine by using refurbished older models, cutting the timeline from two years to several months. The new tanks would have taken a year or more to build and ship. Officials opted for using older versions that will be taken from Army stocks, refurbished and deployed to Ukraine in as soon as eight to 10 months. The highly maneuverable tanks will not get to the battlefield by this spring when Ukraine and Russia are expected to launch new offensives.

via New York Post |

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