Weapons, what really happens between the USA and Ukraine
The issue of ammunition for Ukraine at the center of thoughts and debate in the United States and Ukraine
General Christopher Cavoli, commander of the US European Command, expressed concern about the sustainability of the Ukrainian war effort without renewed American support, highlighting Ukraine's dependence on US-supplied munitions and artillery.
THE ALARM LAUNCHED BY THE HEAD OF NATO IN EUROPE ABOUT UKRAINE
Cavoli stressed that without continued US support, Ukraine could find itself short of essential munitions, severely compromising its defense capability.
US lawmakers' failure to approve a $60 billion supplemental security package was seen as a boon for Russia, with the risk of the balance of forces tilting dramatically in Russia's favor.
Domestic political debate in the United States has shown significant divisions, with some lawmakers questioning the priority of such assistance at a time of domestic crises, such as the opioid crisis and human trafficking. At the geopolitical level, this situation demonstrates the critical importance of external military assistance in the balance of forces in contemporary conflicts. The support or withdrawal of support by great powers can determine the outcome of regional conflicts, influencing not only local dynamics but also international alliances and perceptions of global security.
US SUPPORT IN KIEV ESSENTIAL
The continued US support for Ukraine is therefore a key element not only for the survival of the Kiev government but also for the maintenance of an international order based on rules and a deterrent against the aggression of great powers. Furthermore, the case of the Patriot air defense batteries requested by Ukraine highlights the specific need for advanced defense systems to protect critical infrastructure and civilian centers, reflecting the growing importance of missile defense systems in modern conflicts, where weapons long range and ballistic missiles pose significant threats.
Ultimately, the course of American support for Ukraine will be crucial to the future of the conflict in that region, influencing not only the situation on the ground but also the broader geopolitical dynamics between great powers and international alliances.
WHAT THE NEW BILL APPROVED BY THE UKRAINIAN PARLIAMENT INCLUDES
The new Ukrainian bill on mobilization has been presented to the president, Volodymyr Zelensky, for signature.
Firstly, the provision provides for the lowering of the conscription age to 25 years, the introduction of an electronic register for conscripts and finally the right to resign for disabled soldiers and those who have returned from captivity, the introduction of checks mandatory medical commissions for those who previously held the status of "partially fit".
Another extremely interesting provision is that relating to the fact that soldiers who had served for 36 months will not be demobilized.
It is clear that this bill demonstrates the very serious difficulties in which Ukraine finds itself and also demonstrates how the numerous declarations made by analysts in the military and political fields on the possibility of defeating Russia quickly, thanks to support for NATO/United States, has proven to be baseless.
On the other hand, General Cavoli's recent declarations on the very serious shortage of ammunition constitutes further confirmation of Ukraine's intrinsic military fragility.
This is a machine translation from Italian language of a post published on Start Magazine at the URL https://www.startmag.it/mondo/armi-che-cosa-succede-davvero-fra-usa-e-ucraina/ on Thu, 18 Apr 2024 06:19:58 +0000.