The US military has submitted to Congress a list of weapons systems that Ukraine needs, - CNN
Date: 2024-10-09 Author: Кирило Загоруйко Categories: MILITARY ASSISTANCE
The supreme commander of US forces in Europe, General Christopher Cavoli, has compiled a list of weapons that the United States could provide to Ukraine to more effectively fight Russia. The list includes air-to-surface missiles and a secure communications system used by NATO, known as Link 16. These systems are believed to be able to significantly improve Ukraine's ability to resist aggression, CNN writes, citing its own sources.
A classified annex to the Biden administration's strategy report was submitted to Congress early last month. Among the weapons proposed were the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile and the Link 16 data exchange system, which helps to better coordinate military actions. However, the US has not yet provided these systems, which may be due to concerns about the possible leakage of sensitive technologies to Russia.
Ukraine continues to insist on receiving more advanced weapons, including long-range ATACMS missiles. During a recent meeting with President Joe Biden, Volodymyr Zelenskyy provided a list of Russian targets he wants to hit with these missiles. Although Biden did not make a final decision, the leaders agreed to continue discussing the issue.
The US administration claims to be providing Ukraine with everything it needs to fight the war, but a limited supply of long-range missiles is being used to hit targets in Crimea. The US also notes that Ukrainian drones have already successfully struck targets deep inside Russia.
Support for Ukraine may change depending on the outcome of the US presidential election. If Donald Trump wins, US policy on the war could undergo significant changes. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is seeking to ensure that Ukraine has the resources it needs to fight until at least the end of 2025. Pentagon officials are working on contracts with US companies to support and service weapons in Ukraine.
The situation on the battlefield remains complex. Although Ukraine has achieved some victories, Russia continues to focus its efforts on the east of the country. Experts estimate that Russia may need to mobilize further to achieve significant gains, but this poses serious political risks for dictator Vladimir Putin.
