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[WAB]

[emoji[emoji6]]" data-quote="Brent in Az" data-source="post: 0" class="bbCodeBlock bbCodeBlock--expandable bbCodeBlock--quote js-expandWatch">

I can agree that Trump is wrong in stating that Ukraine started the war.
Joe Biden started it.

That’s a total crock and you know it. Obama and Biden were certainly complicit with weak kneed foreign policy, but make no mistake, Putin started this war. To believe anything else is to fall for revisionist history.

 

[Datchew]

I can imagine the exact type of people you describe and frankly you’re welcome to keep them.

Ha ha. Yes... we know the type.
We keep having these movie star and socialite chuckleheads threaten to leave the US.
I'm happy to donate to their airlines tickets. One way of course.

 

[mdwest]

That’s a total crock and you know it. Obama and Biden were certainly complicit with weak kneed foreign policy, but make no mistake, Putin started this war. To believe anything else is to fall for revisionist history.

Completely concur...

That said... when the left continues to focus on "bigot", "racist", "homophobe", "misogynist", etc.. rather than the real problems in the world (global conflict, the economy beyond how much is a dozen eggs and a gallon of gas, etc)...

this is the result: https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/03/world/video/ukraine-russia-war-polling-americans-harry-enten-digvid

Restating the earlier post...

As long as the delivery of bread and circuses is prioritized over the delivery of real, valid, relevant information about the things that truly matter.. we're going to see more and more people gravitate toward the extreme left and right rather than back to center.. and the further from the center they get, the more common we see a lack of critical thinking and an adherence to whatever is being said by The View or by by Brietbart..

 

[Datchew]

That’s a total crock and you know it. Obama and Biden were certainly complicit with weak kneed foreign policy, but make no mistake, Putin started this war. To believe anything else is to fall for revisionist history.

Not pointing this specifically at you @WAB but a lot of people seem to state things this way. Or perhaps it's more accurate to say they view things this way.

They seem to do so based on the technicality that the first kinetic portion was in fact performed by Russia.

But they are strangely myopic on the timeline of soft force events that set things in motion.

It's kinda like a brawl that starts as an argument, then name calling, then pushing but saying the guy that throws the first punch is completely to blame.

*edit for misspelling*

 

[1dirthawker]

With all due respect, this guy is playing his audience as disingenuously as the worst democrat who ever wanted to gut defense in the past (republicans gutting our warfighting capability is a very new thing). He proudly announced the identification of a total of $80 million dollars in wasteful spending. Depending on the party and the subject, this sort of thing sounds awesome to low information voters on either side of the aisle.

However, the fact is that the President, through Hegseth, has ordered an 8% reduction in defense spending each year for the next five years. That will total nearly $300 billion calculated against the current budget. It is far worse when calculated against the services annual planning budgets.

They can righteously claim to be reinvesting in the warfighter, but the only way a third of a trillion dollar reduction will be reached is by taking a meat cleaver to major programs and force structure for which the services have established clear requirements. And just like the universally despised Milley, the service chiefs will put on a brave face to such insanity, salute, and testify before congress what a brilliant idea it is.

Last night, as the President was speaking, the Chinese announced a 7.2% increase in their defense spending.

hey man,
i was just commenting on some interesting findings, not how the DOD budget was gonna be blown up or saved.

 

[Red Leg]

I don't think that is the point, the point is it appears that a lot of our money that was supposed to be helping Ukraine fight the war against Putin and Russia (make no mistake Putin is an evil person) went into the hands of the politically connected elite Ukrainians. We can debate whether or not we should support Ukraine and if we do to what level. But what is not up for debate is having that support not go to supporting the defeat of Putin but making a few connected Ukrainians even more wealthy

Any number of people claim that, but as I have explained here several times, military aid involves almost no money that can be stolen by anyone. Equipment like tanks, artillery, armored fighting vehicles, munitions, etc are a DOD value deduction from the Ukraine congressional appropriations. Even new production US weapons are provided via DOD contracting where not a dime touches a Ukrainian palm. I can’t speak for every NATO nation, but I know France and the UK use essentially the same process. I can’t speak to State Department funding,

What infuriates me is Tucker knows all this very well.

 

[Red Leg]

hey man,
i was just commenting on some interesting findings, not how the DOD budget was gonna be blown up or saved.

Hey man, I can’t get excited about a hangnail when the surgeon is about to amputate both legs. Though I am pretty sure they are counting on the base focusing on the nail.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

"But they are strangely myopic on the timeline of soft force events that set things in motion."

Soft force events? Bullshit. Putin wanted to invade. Putin invaded. That's like trying to justify why a bully took the lunch money.

The reason this war is happening, plain in simple, is the aggression of Putin/Russia. Soft events. Do you really think the Ukrainian people wanted this?

"It's kinda like a brawl that starts as an argument, then name calling, then pushing but saying the guy that throws the first punch is completely to blame."

Yes. Russia is completely to blame. 100%. Or to paraphrase the language from this meme: Russia is fucking to blame.

 

[Wishfulthinker580]

"But they are strangely myopic on the timeline of soft force events that set things in motion."

Soft force events? Bullshit. Putin wanted to invade. Putin invaded. That's like trying to justify why a bully took the lunch money.

The reason this war is happening, plain in simple, is the aggression of Putin/Russia. Soft events. Do you really think the Ukrainian people wanted this?

"It's kinda like a brawl that starts as an argument, then name calling, then pushing but saying the guy that throws the first punch is completely to blame."

Yes. Russia is completely to blame. 100%. Or to paraphrase the language from this meme: Russia is fucking to blame.

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You seem to be increasingly unhinged of late.

 

[mdwest]

and the D's continue down the path of theatrics... I swear they will never learn.. its actually become comical...

9 D's actually sided with R's on the censure vote on Rep Green (clearly Green is an assclown.. even members of his own party voted against him, or chose to vote "present", or not show up at all..

And the left responds by standing and singing in the house, disrupting the process, and acting like fools..
I sincerely hope they keep this up... this is exactly the sort of thing that found them losing just 4 months ago.. its clearly not the way to regain the American peoples trust..

Dems throw House into chaos after 10 moderates join GOP to punish Al Green

The House of Representatives voted to censure Rep. Al Green over his outburst during President Donald Trump's address to Congress.

www.foxnews.com

 

[Aaron N]

Unless Alberta and others bail out in response to a 20% carbon tax?

So the west (excluding BC because the lower mainland controls the province) pulls the pin on Canada, losing access to every coastal port, further becoming reliant on American trade. Sounds like a real awesome plan.

 

[Opposite Pole]

This makes me wonder so many things.
Does AI…

…prefer a bolt or double?

Two versions from ChatGPT:

Version 1

It depends on what you’re using it for.
• Bolt-action rifles are generally better for precision shooting, long-range accuracy, and versatility. They have a stronger lock-up, allowing them to handle high-pressure cartridges, making them ideal for hunting, target shooting, and even military or law enforcement use. They also usually have higher magazine capacities than double rifles.
• Double rifles (side-by-side or over/under) excel in dangerous game hunting, especially at close range. They allow for an instant second shot without needing to cycle a bolt, which can be a lifesaver when hunting animals like Cape buffalo or elephant. However, they’re heavier, more expensive, and not as accurate at long distances.

If you need a reliable, accurate, and versatile rifle, go with a bolt action. If you’re hunting dangerous game at close range and need an immediate second shot, a double rifle is a solid choice.

Version 2

It depends on the intended use. Here’s a breakdown of both:

Bolt-Action Rifle
• Pros:
• More accurate at long range
• Greater ammunition capacity (usually 4–5 rounds)
• Can chamber high-velocity rounds for flatter trajectories
• More common, easier to find parts and ammo
• Cons:
• Slower follow-up shots compared to a double rifle
• Requires manual cycling, which can be a disadvantage in high-pressure situations

Best for: Precision shooting, long-range hunting, and general-purpose use

Double Rifle
• Pros:
• Instant follow-up shot without needing to cycle a bolt
• Extremely reliable, fewer moving parts
• Often chambered in large calibers for dangerous game hunting
• Cons:
• Heavy and expensive
• Limited to two shots before reloading
• Less accurate at long range due to barrel regulation differences

Best for: Dangerous game hunting (elephant, buffalo, etc.), close-range stopping power

If you’re hunting dangerous game in thick cover where a fast second shot is critical, a double rifle is better. If you need accuracy at distance, flexibility, and affordability, a bolt-action rifle is the way to go. What are you planning to use it for?

 

[Fastrig]

Any number of people claim that, but as I have explained here several times, military aid involves almost no money that can be stolen by anyone. Equipment like tanks, artillery, armored fighting vehicles, munitions, etc are a DOD value deduction from the Ukraine congressional appropriations. Even new production US weapons are provided via DOD contracting where not a dime touches a Ukrainian palm. I can’t speak for every NATO nation, but I know France and the UK use essentially the same process. I can’t speak to State Department funding,

What infuriates me is Tucker knows all this very well.

It's hard to know what to believe 100% as there is so many reports, one way or another, out there. Having said that, there have been numerous reports that the Ukrainians have been selling supplied weaponry, ammunition, and supplies for hard cash for 20 to 40 cents on the dollar. I believe what you are saying, it makes sense, but it's after delivery from the DOD/France/UK contractors, apparently, where the dollars are changing hands. Let's be honest, the Ukraine has a history of corruption, Russia the same, so it shouldn't surprise anyone if this has been happening.

What is 100% is that we are $36 Trillion in debt, and our people are tired of funding these world conflicts, regardless of who is wrong and who is right, along with a whole litany of other wasteful and ridiculous spending our gooberment has been doing. We simply cannot afford the status quo any longer.

 

[Wheels]

All this time I thought Al Green was a soul singer from the 70's.

 

[Tundra Tiger]

You seem to be increasingly unhinged of late.

I did not realize that a willingness to acknowledge obvious blame/responsibility was a sign of being "unhinged"... The fact that Brent "liked" your comment tells me everything I need to know about it.

 

[Brent in Az]

You seem to be increasingly unhinged of late.

That timeline is exponentially longer.

 

[Red Leg]

It's hard to know what to believe 100% as there is so many reports, one way or another, out there. Having said that, there have been numerous reports that the Ukrainians have been selling supplied weaponry, ammunition, and supplies for hard cash for 20 to 40 cents on the dollar. I believe what you are saying, it makes sense, but it's after delivery from the DOD/France/UK contractors, apparently, where the dollars are changing hands. Let's be honest, the Ukraine has a history of corruption, Russia the same, so it shouldn't surprise anyone if this has been happening.

What is 100% is that we are $36 Trillion in debt, and our people are tired of funding these world conflicts, regardless of who is wrong and who is right, along with a whole litany of other wasteful and ridiculous spending our gooberment has been doing. We simply cannot afford the status quo any longer.

I respectfully suggest that you think critically for yourself and broaden your source content. Ever try to sell a M1A1, Bradley, or leopard II? They are rather difficult to hide in a paper bag. Who is your market and how are you getting it to them? How about a truck load of 155mm artillery rounds. To whom and for what purpose? Sure, some small arms have no doubt vanished along with the odd anti-tank missile. But this sort of thing doesn't amount to pennies and happens in all wars. But, it makes great unrefuted allegations for Breitbart and Revolver or out of Tucker's mouth.

This is Elon Musk's own Grok assessment - it is an AI research tool that looks at all sources. This is its conclusion with respect to graft associated with weapons and munitions. It seems to be a very thorough source on almost any subject where confirmation bias has taken over.

There’s no definitive, conclusive evidence that weapons and munitions provided to Ukraine by Western allies, such as the United States or NATO countries, have been systematically misused or diverted due to corruption within Ukraine itself. However, the question of corruption related to these supplies has been a point of concern, speculation, and investigation, especially given Ukraine’s historical struggles with graft and the massive influx of military aid since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Ukraine has faced several high-profile corruption scandals involving its defense sector, particularly around procurement processes. For instance, in January 2024, Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) uncovered a scheme where officials and arms supplier managers embezzled nearly $40 million intended for purchasing 100,000 mortar shells. The funds were paid in advance, but no weapons were delivered. This case, however, involved domestic procurement fraud rather than the misuse of weapons already provided by foreign partners. The money was reportedly recovered, and suspects face charges, suggesting Ukraine is actively addressing such issues.

When it comes to Western-supplied weapons—like Javelin missiles, HIMARS systems, or artillery rounds—there’s no credible, verified evidence of widespread diversion or corruption directly tied to these specific assets. U.S. and Pentagon officials have repeatedly stated, as of late 2023 and early 2024, that they’ve seen “no credible evidence” of illicit diversion of advanced conventional weapons from Ukraine. That said, oversight has been a challenge. A January 2024 report from the Pentagon’s Inspector General noted that about $1 billion of U.S.-supplied equipment lacked proper end-use monitoring, raising concerns about potential vulnerabilities rather than confirmed corruption.

Speculation about weapons ending up on the black market has circulated, fueled by Russian propaganda and some Western commentators. Posts on X and other platforms have claimed that up to half of U.S.-supplied weapons are being sold off, with some allegedly reaching Mexican drug cartels. These claims lack substantiation from reliable sources and appear exaggerated or unverified. Ukraine’s government and anti-corruption advocates, like Vitaly Shabunin from the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, assert that Western-supplied weapons are effectively reaching the front lines and that stealing them would be nearly impossible due to strict tracking by donor countries.

On the flip side, Ukraine’s broader corruption issues—ranked 116th out of 180 on Transparency International’s 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index—mean the risk isn’t zero. Smaller-scale incidents, like the disappearance of 400 Kalashnikov rifles and 40,000 rounds from a warehouse in Kyiv in February 2025 (noted in X posts), hint at localized vulnerabilities, though these weren’t confirmed as Western-supplied items. The use of controversial weapons, like cluster munitions, has also sparked debate, but this relates more to policy than corruption.

So, while Ukraine has documented corruption in its own military spending and procurement, the actual weapons and munitions provided by allies seem to have largely avoided proven corrupt diversion as of March 6, 2025. The absence of solid evidence doesn’t eliminate the possibility—war zones are messy, and oversight isn’t perfect—but it suggests that, so far, the systems in place are holding up under scrutiny. Ukraine’s ongoing anti-corruption efforts and pressure from Western donors likely play a role in keeping this in check.

 

[Mark A Ouellette]

It's hard to know what to believe 100% as there is so many reports...

The fact sheet below is from 10 months ago but it shows what military equipment has been provided to Ukraine. These are defense weapons systems and ammunition, tons of ammunition.

The US DoD isn't so stupid (like perhaps US AID) to send millions, billions of dollars of aid to a 2nd or 3rd world country, i.e. currupt as all hell, without some assurances that the aid is going to be received by other than politicians pockets!

NOTE: Under Ground Maneauver there are 45 T-72B tanks. Chances are the US purchased those from other countries to send to Ukraine.

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fact Sheet on U.S. Security Assistance to Ukraine
April 24, 2024

The United States has committed more than $44.9 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the beginning of the Biden Administration, including more than $44.2 billion since the beginning of Russia’s unprovoked and brutal invasion on February 24, 2022.

Air Defense
• One Patriot air defense battery and munitions;
• 12 National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) and munitions;
• HAWK air defense systems and munitions;
• AIM-7, RIM-7, and AIM-9M missiles for air defense;
• More than 2,000 Stinger anti-aircraft missiles;
• Avenger air defense systems;
• VAMPIRE counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-UAS) and munitions;
• c-UAS gun trucks and ammunition;
• mobile c-UAS laser-guided rocket systems;
• Other c-UAS equipment;
• Anti-aircraft guns and ammunition;
• Air defense systems components;
• Equipment to integrate Western launchers, missiles, and radars with Ukraine’s systems;
• Equipment to support and sustain Ukraine’s existing air defense capabilities;
• Equipment to protect critical national infrastructure; and
• 21 air surveillance radars.

Fires
• 39 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems and ammunition;
• Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb launchers and guided rockets;
• 198 155mm Howitzers and more than 2,000,000 155mm artillery rounds;
• More than 7,000 precision-guided 155mm artillery rounds;
• More than 40,000 155mm rounds of Remote Anti-Armor Mine (RAAM) Systems;
• 72 105mm Howitzers and more than 800,000 105mm artillery rounds;
• 10,000 203mm artillery rounds;
• More than 200,000 152mm artillery rounds;
• Approximately 40,000 130mm artillery rounds;
• 40,000 122mm artillery rounds;
• 60,000 122mm GRAD rockets;
• 47 120mm mortar systems;
• 10 82mm mortar systems;
• 112 81mm mortar systems;
• 58 60mm mortar systems;
• More than 400,000 mortar rounds;
• More than 70 counter-artillery and counter-mortar radars; and
• 20 multi-mission radars;

Ground Maneuver
• 31 Abrams tanks;
• 45 T-72B tanks;
• More than 200 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles;
• Four Bradley Fire Support Team vehicles;
• 189 Stryker Armored Personnel Carriers;
• 300 M113 Armored Personnel Carriers;
• 250 M1117 Armored Security Vehicles;
• More than 1,000 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Vehicles;
• More than 3,000 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs);
• More than 200 light tactical vehicles;
• 300 armored medical treatment vehicles;
• 80 trucks and 124 trailers to transport heavy equipment;
• More than 1,000 tactical vehicles to tow and haul equipment;
• 131 tactical vehicles to recover equipment;
• 10 command post vehicles;
• 30 ammunition support vehicles;
• 18 armored bridging systems;
• 20 logistics support vehicles and equipment;
• 239 fuel tankers and 105 fuel trailers;
• 58 water trailers;
• Six armored utility trucks;
• 125mm, 120mm, and 105mm tank ammunition;
• More than 1,800,000 rounds of 25mm ammunition; and
• Mine clearing equipment.

Aircraft and Unmanned Aerial Systems
• 20 Mi-17 helicopters;
• Switchblade Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS);
• Phoenix Ghost UAS;
• CyberLux K8 UAS;
• Altius-600 UAS;
• Jump-20 UAS;
• Hornet UAS
• Puma UAS;
• Scan Eagle UAS;
• Penguin UAS;
• Two radars for UAS;
• High-speed Anti-radiation missiles (HARMs);
• Precision aerial munitions;
• More than 6,000 Zuni aircraft rockets;
• More than 20,000 Hydra-70 aircraft rockets; and
• Munitions for UAS.

Anti-armor and Small Arms
• More than 10,000 Javelin anti-armor systems;
• More than 90,000 other anti-armor systems and munitions;
• More than 9,000 Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided (TOW) missiles;
• More than 35,000 grenade launchers and small arms;
• More than 400,000,000 rounds of small arms ammunition and grenades;
• Laser-guided rocket systems and munitions;
• Rocket launchers and ammunition; and
• Anti-armor mines.

Maritime
• Two Harpoon coastal defense systems and anti-ship missiles;
• 62 coastal and riverine patrol boats;
• Unmanned Coastal Defense Vessels; and
• Port and harbor security equipment.
Other capabilities
• M18A1 Claymore anti-personnel munitions;
• C-4 explosives, demolition munitions, and demolition equipment for obstacle clearing;
• Obstacle emplacement equipment;
• Counter air defense capability;
• More than 100,000 sets of body armor and helmets;
• Tactical secure communications systems and support equipment;
• Four satellite communications (SATCOM) antennas;
• SATCOM terminals and services;
• Electronic warfare (EW) and counter-EW equipment;
• Commercial satellite imagery services;
• Night vision devices, surveillance and thermal imagery systems, optics, and rangefinders;
• Explosive ordnance disposal equipment and protective gear;
• Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear protective equipment;
• Medical supplies, including first aid kits, bandages, monitors, and other equipment;
• Field equipment, cold weather gear, generators, and spare parts; and
• Support for training, maintenance, and sustainment activities.

The United States also continues to work with its Allies and partners to provide Ukraine with additional capabilities to defend itself.

https://media.defense.gov/2024/Apr/24/2003448840/-1/-1/1/20240424_UKRAINE_FACT_SHEET.PDF

 

[WAB]

Not pointing this specifically at you @WAB but a lot of people seem to state things this way. Or perhaps it's more accurate to say they view things this way.

They seem to do so based on the technicality that the first kinetic portion was in fact performed by Russia.

But they are strangely myopic on the timeline of soft force events that set things in motion.

It's kinda like a brawl that starts as an argument, then name calling, then pushing but saying the guy that throws the first punch is completely to blame.

*edit for misspelling*

I think that you will find the soft events you speak of largely predated by the invasion of Crimea.

 

[Red Leg]

The fact sheet below is from 10 months ago but it shows what military equipment has been provided to Ukraine. These are defense weapons systems and ammunition, tons of ammunition.

The US DoD isn't so stupid (like perhaps US AID) to send millions, billions of dollars of aid to a 2nd or 3rd world country, i.e. currupt as all hell, without some assurances that the aid is going to be received by other than politicians pockets!

NOTE: Under Ground Maneauver there are 45 T-72B tanks. Chances are the US purchased those from other countries to send to Ukraine.

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Fact Sheet on U.S. Security Assistance to Ukraine
April 24, 2024

The United States has committed more than $44.9 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the beginning of the Biden Administration, including more than $44.2 billion since the beginning of Russia’s unprovoked and brutal invasion on February 24, 2022.

Air Defense
• One Patriot air defense battery and munitions;
• 12 National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) and munitions;
• HAWK air defense systems and munitions;
• AIM-7, RIM-7, and AIM-9M missiles for air defense;
• More than 2,000 Stinger anti-aircraft missiles;
• Avenger air defense systems;
• VAMPIRE counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (c-UAS) and munitions;
• c-UAS gun trucks and ammunition;
• mobile c-UAS laser-guided rocket systems;
• Other c-UAS equipment;
• Anti-aircraft guns and ammunition;
• Air defense systems components;
• Equipment to integrate Western launchers, missiles, and radars with Ukraine’s systems;
• Equipment to support and sustain Ukraine’s existing air defense capabilities;
• Equipment to protect critical national infrastructure; and
• 21 air surveillance radars.

Fires
• 39 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems and ammunition;
• Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb launchers and guided rockets;
• 198 155mm Howitzers and more than 2,000,000 155mm artillery rounds;
• More than 7,000 precision-guided 155mm artillery rounds;
• More than 40,000 155mm rounds of Remote Anti-Armor Mine (RAAM) Systems;
• 72 105mm Howitzers and more than 800,000 105mm artillery rounds;
• 10,000 203mm artillery rounds;
• More than 200,000 152mm artillery rounds;
• Approximately 40,000 130mm artillery rounds;
• 40,000 122mm artillery rounds;
• 60,000 122mm GRAD rockets;
• 47 120mm mortar systems;
• 10 82mm mortar systems;
• 112 81mm mortar systems;
• 58 60mm mortar systems;
• More than 400,000 mortar rounds;
• More than 70 counter-artillery and counter-mortar radars; and
• 20 multi-mission radars;

Ground Maneuver
• 31 Abrams tanks;
• 45 T-72B tanks;
• More than 200 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles;
• Four Bradley Fire Support Team vehicles;
• 189 Stryker Armored Personnel Carriers;
• 300 M113 Armored Personnel Carriers;
• 250 M1117 Armored Security Vehicles;
• More than 1,000 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Vehicles;
• More than 3,000 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (HMMWVs);
• More than 200 light tactical vehicles;
• 300 armored medical treatment vehicles;
• 80 trucks and 124 trailers to transport heavy equipment;
• More than 1,000 tactical vehicles to tow and haul equipment;
• 131 tactical vehicles to recover equipment;
• 10 command post vehicles;
• 30 ammunition support vehicles;
• 18 armored bridging systems;
• 20 logistics support vehicles and equipment;
• 239 fuel tankers and 105 fuel trailers;
• 58 water trailers;
• Six armored utility trucks;
• 125mm, 120mm, and 105mm tank ammunition;
• More than 1,800,000 rounds of 25mm ammunition; and
• Mine clearing equipment.

Aircraft and Unmanned Aerial Systems
• 20 Mi-17 helicopters;
• Switchblade Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS);
• Phoenix Ghost UAS;
• CyberLux K8 UAS;
• Altius-600 UAS;
• Jump-20 UAS;
• Hornet UAS
• Puma UAS;
• Scan Eagle UAS;
• Penguin UAS;
• Two radars for UAS;
• High-speed Anti-radiation missiles (HARMs);
• Precision aerial munitions;
• More than 6,000 Zuni aircraft rockets;
• More than 20,000 Hydra-70 aircraft rockets; and
• Munitions for UAS.

Anti-armor and Small Arms
• More than 10,000 Javelin anti-armor systems;
• More than 90,000 other anti-armor systems and munitions;
• More than 9,000 Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided (TOW) missiles;
• More than 35,000 grenade launchers and small arms;
• More than 400,000,000 rounds of small arms ammunition and grenades;
• Laser-guided rocket systems and munitions;
• Rocket launchers and ammunition; and
• Anti-armor mines.

Maritime
• Two Harpoon coastal defense systems and anti-ship missiles;
• 62 coastal and riverine patrol boats;
• Unmanned Coastal Defense Vessels; and
• Port and harbor security equipment.
Other capabilities
• M18A1 Claymore anti-personnel munitions;
• C-4 explosives, demolition munitions, and demolition equipment for obstacle clearing;
• Obstacle emplacement equipment;
• Counter air defense capability;
• More than 100,000 sets of body armor and helmets;
• Tactical secure communications systems and support equipment;
• Four satellite communications (SATCOM) antennas;
• SATCOM terminals and services;
• Electronic warfare (EW) and counter-EW equipment;
• Commercial satellite imagery services;
• Night vision devices, surveillance and thermal imagery systems, optics, and rangefinders;
• Explosive ordnance disposal equipment and protective gear;
• Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear protective equipment;
• Medical supplies, including first aid kits, bandages, monitors, and other equipment;
• Field equipment, cold weather gear, generators, and spare parts; and
• Support for training, maintenance, and sustainment activities.

The United States also continues to work with its Allies and partners to provide Ukraine with additional capabilities to defend itself.

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Technical Difficulties

All of which is deducted from the congressional allocation for Ukraine as an accounting drill.