For Those Who Might Be Wondering Why We Might Be In Ukraine

[ChloeTzang]

Trump has ALREADY cut off the military aid.

ALL USAID HAS BEEN BLOCKED....

NOT USAI AID.. totally different.

USAI money for ukraine has been contracted and spent
DOD drawdown is also used and on the way...

ukraine does not get that much USAID money.

ukraine just got about 60 billion in the bank..
30 from the EU
20 from the US
10ish from around the world
secured with loans on frozen russian funds.
none of that is affected

in addition this is not counting the many billions coming from the EU, and the rest of the world....

please take a deep breath....

 

[ChloeTzang]

 

[Politruk]

Curiouser and curiouser.

Trump’s State Department Pauses Foreign Aid — Impact On Ukraine Unclear​

Molly Bohannon
Forbes Staff
Molly Bohannon has been a Forbes news reporter since 2023.
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Jan 24, 2025,03:27pm EST
Updated Jan 24, 2025, 03:53pm EST

Topline​

The State Department issued guidance stopping foreign aid grant spending for 90 days, multiple outlets reported Friday, after President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday that sought to realign foreign spending with American interests.

Key Facts​

The order from the State Department bans any new government spending on foreign aid projects, seemingly allowing existing programs to run only with the money they have on hand, the Associated Press reported, after obtaining cables sent from State to foreign embassies.

There was confusion on what the order meant, though, with some organizations seeing it as a stop-work order, according to the AP.

Politico reported it “appears to apply to funding for military assistance to Ukraine,” and Reuters reported the directive only included a waiver for aid to Israel and Egypt.

The executive order signed by Trump on Monday stated U.S. foreign aid and bureaucracy are not “aligned with American interests and in many cases [are] antithetical to American values.”
Forbes has reached out to the State Department for more information.

 

[ChloeTzang]

 

[ChloeTzang]

The U.S. Department of State's directive to suspend foreign aid does not apply to military support for Ukraine, according to the Center for Countering Disinformation (CCD) at Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council.The CCD emphasized that two primary programs -- Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) and Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) -- through which weapons are supplied to Ukraine, are operating without interruption.

https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-po...ary-support-for-ukraine-disinfo-watchdog.html

 

[ll74]

So why aren't we focusing on buying Russia? I think they'd be strategically important too.

 

[ChloeTzang]

 

[ChloeTzang]

So why aren't we focusing on buying Russia? I think they'd be strategically important too.

We're gonna blow them to bits and pick it up at discount rates

 

[ChloeTzang]

This does not sound good. This is the type of corruption that has created a huge negative image for Ukraine to deal with, and now it's apparent that the Minster of Defence is deeply involved in perpetuatimg corruption rather than eliminating it. This is not good at all.

Sounds like Defense Minister Rustem Umerov needs to be fired and replaced. Zelensky needs to do a lot more ass-kicking.

https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine...s-defense-minister-moves-to-undermine-reform/

 

[ChloeTzang]

Since Sunday, several C-17 Military Transports with the U.S. Air Force have flown from Ramstein Air Base in Germany, to Hatzerim Airbase in Southern Israel, before then flying to Rzeszów in Eastern Poland, which serves as the Hub for almost all Military Aid provided by the U.S. and NATO to Ukraine.

Reports previously had suggested that Israel was considering donating Soviet Weapons and Equipment, captured recently in both Lebanon and Syria, to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including Tanks, Anti-Tank Guided-Missiles, and Ammunition; this is in addition to several “Patriot” Surface-to-Air Missile Batteries that the Israeli Air Force was preparing to Retire, which they had also considered giving to Ukraine.

 

[Lazaran]

This does not sound good. This is the type of corruption that has created a huge negative image for Ukraine to deal with, and now it's apparent that the Minster of Defence is deeply involved in perpetuatimg corruption rather than eliminating it. This is not good at all.

Sounds like Defense Minister Rustem Umerov needs to be fired and replaced. Zelensky needs to do a lot more ass-kicking.

https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine...s-defense-minister-moves-to-undermine-reform/

Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang apparently does NOT like “DOGE” when the Ukrainian government tries doing it…



The Ukrainian defense minister wanted to COMBINE two separate acquisition authorities into one.

That ^ SOUNDS efficient (DOGE-Y), no???



MAYBE Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang is learning / realizing that ABSOLUTE efficiency is NOT always the best way to go in a REALITY that includes human greed and corruption??? Especially when that ABSOLUTE efficiency leads to WORSE results on the battlefield (or in society)???



I doubt it…



Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang

 

[ChloeTzang]

Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang apparently does NOT like “DOGE” when the Ukrainian government tries doing it…



The Ukrainian defense minister wanted to COMBINE two separate acquisition authorities into one.

That ^ SOUNDS efficient (DOGE-Y), no???



MAYBE Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang is learning / realizing that ABSOLUTE efficiency is NOT always the best way to go in a REALITY that includes human greed and corruption??? Especially when that ABSOLUTE efficiency leads to WORSE results on the battlefield (or in society)???



I doubt it…



Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang

I don't think you read the entire article, Laz

 

[HumpDayHoratio]

Um, the MH-60 actually IS a Black Hawk variant… The SH-60 is ALSO a Black Hawk variant, but is REFERRED TO as a “Sea Hawk”.

Also:

The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) is known as “The Nightstalkers”, not the MH-60.

Your “connections” should have told you that…

Hope that ^ helps.

Yes you dipshit. That’s a NightStalker MH-60…possessive. . As in, no other US Army aviation unit uses that variant. Nobody is talking about the Navy’s variant? WTF are you on about?

Trust me, I know plenty of connections in Ft. Campbell. Now slow down on the bong hits.

 

[Lazaran]

That’s a Nightstalker MH-60. We haven’t exported that variant, though I can’t see any markings. As far as I know, they’ll not be deploying. Although I haven’t talked to my “connections” in while.

Um, the MH-60 actually IS a Black Hawk variant… The SH-60 is ALSO a Black Hawk variant, but is REFERRED TO as a “Sea Hawk”.

Also:

The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) is known as “The Nightstalkers”, not the MH-60.

Your “connections” should have told you that…

Hope that ^ helps.

Yes you dipshit. That’s a NightStalker MH-60…possessive. . As in, no other US Army aviation unit uses that variant. Nobody is talking about the Navy’s variant? WTF are you on about?

Trust me, I know plenty of connections in Ft. Campbell. Now slow down on the bong hits.

It is NOT “the Nightstalker MH-60”.

It IS the MH-60 Series Black Hawk M variant USED by the “Nightstalkers” SOAR (A).

Also:

Other units DO fly the MH-60 Series Black Hawk, just not the M variant.)



Maybe if an idiot had phrased it: “The Nightstalker’s (note the apostrophe) MH-60 Series Black Hawk M variant” they could claim "victory"…but alas…

Hope that ^ helps.

 

[Rightguide]

All foreign aid, including funding foe Ukraine, has been halted for 90 days pending evaluation by order of the new Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.

 

[Lazaran]

All foreign aid, including funding foe Ukraine, has been halted for 90 days pending evaluation by order of the new Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.

U.S. military aid to Ukraine has NOT been halted:

https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/us-not-halted-military-aid-ukraine-zelenskyy/

Hope that ^ helps.





Side note:

Of course Russiaguide is celebrating the potential betrayal of Ukraine by President Musk (and DonOld) in service to Putin / Russia.

Even the halting of U.S. humanitarian aid to Ukraine will be a bitter pill, but Russiaguide is thrilled by the prospect.

Russiaguide is a traitorous POS - jus like President Musk (and DonOld).



JFC

SAD!!!

 

[Politruk]

All foreign aid, including funding foe Ukraine, has been halted for 90 days pending evaluation by order of the new Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.

See, I told you Rubio is an idiot!

 

[ChloeTzang]

On the night of January 24, and again on the night of January 26, Ukraine implemented further sanctions against the Transneft oil refinery in Ryazan, which produces fuel for military equipment, aviation kerosene, diesel fuel and other types of oil products used in tanks, aircraft, ships and other equipment of the Russians. The Ryazan oil refinery once produced 17m tons a year (5% of Russia's capacity) and is one of the largest in Russia. It's been burning for a couple of days now. According to the Mash Telegram channel, the Ryazan oil refinery was hit in a combined drone strike, resulting in a large-scale fire at the facility.

Local residents reported hearing about ten explosions around 1 a.m., including near the village of Dyad'kovo and the Pesochni area. Russian Telegram channels report that the fire at the oil refinery in Ryazan, Russia is very strong. According to locals, the refinery has been cordoned off and a large number of fire trucks are rushing towards it.

Videos shared online captured the sound of explosions and the flight of drones. The effects of the attacks were also felt in the city of Ryazan itself. No real air defence apparent, just some small arms fire. Seems Russian air defenses are disintegrating too. Pretty soon, Ukraine is going to be attacking whatever they want with no resistance the way this is going.

I think we're now at the point now where we will be disappointed if Ukraine **doesn't** hit some Russian petro-infrastructure overnight, every night.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1882568401346064418

 

[ChloeTzang]

A Ukrainian Navy boat equipped with a VAMPIRE APKWS SAM shot down a Russian Kh-59 missile over the Black Sea. Killing a KH-59 cruise missile is big game for a laser guided 70mm rocket. the Ukrainians can really stretch the operational parameters. The Vampire at heart is a 1960's rocket. Ukraine continues to completely change the face of modern combat with modifications and systems that are so far outside the box there isn't a box anymore.

The Vampire is a modified Hydra rocket with a laser guidance package - taking down a KH59 is amazing — talk about the Magic BB lol

https://twitter.com/x/status/1883241109771768214

 

[ChloeTzang]

The documentary reveals the large-scale operation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region, launched in August 2024. From the training to the assaults - all the stages that ensured success. An in-depth look at the Ukraine's decisions and actions.

 

[Lazaran]

A Ukrainian Navy boat equipped with a VAMPIRE APKWS SAM shot down a Russian Kh-59 missile over the Black Sea. Killing a KH-59 cruise missile is big game for a laser guided 70mm rocket. the Ukrainians can really stretch the operational parameters. The Vampire at heart is a 1960's rocket. Ukraine continues to completely change the face of modern combat with modifications and systems that are so far outside the box there isn't a box anymore.

The Vampire is a modified Hydra rocket with a laser guidance package - taking down a KH59 is amazing — talk about the Magic BB lol

https://twitter.com/x/status/1883241109771768214

THANK YOU PRESIDENT BIDEN!!!



Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang



Slava Ukraini!!!

 

[ChloeTzang]

2 weeks ago: On the outskirts of Toretsk, a wasteland of shattered bricks and ruined houses, with the only shelter from the shelling found in basements. AZOV recce platoon goes out on patrol, captures Russians and returns.....

Azov Scouts Engage in Close Combat with Occupiers on Toretsk Frontline​

 

[ChloeTzang]

THANK YOU PRESIDENT BIDEN!!!

The Biden Admin procured just 14 VAMPIREs for Ukraine via USAI. Too little, as always.

Should have ordered 140. There are deep stocks of Hydra 70 and BAE has production capacity for 25,000 APKWS kits per year.

 

[Lazaran]

On the night of January 24, and again on the night of January 26, Ukraine implemented further sanctions against the Transneft oil refinery in Ryazan, which produces fuel for military equipment, aviation kerosene, diesel fuel and other types of oil products used in tanks, aircraft, ships and other equipment of the Russians. The Ryazan oil refinery once produced 17m tons a year (5% of Russia's capacity) and is one of the largest in Russia. It's been burning for a couple of days now. According to the Mash Telegram channel, the Ryazan oil refinery was hit in a combined drone strike, resulting in a large-scale fire at the facility.

Local residents reported hearing about ten explosions around 1 a.m., including near the village of Dyad'kovo and the Pesochni area. Russian Telegram channels report that the fire at the oil refinery in Ryazan, Russia is very strong. According to locals, the refinery has been cordoned off and a large number of fire trucks are rushing towards it.

Videos shared online captured the sound of explosions and the flight of drones. The effects of the attacks were also felt in the city of Ryazan itself. No real air defence apparent, just some small arms fire. Seems Russian air defenses are disintegrating too. Pretty soon, Ukraine is going to be attacking whatever they want with no resistance the way this is going.

I think we're now at the point now where we will be disappointed if Ukraine **doesn't** hit some Russian petro-infrastructure overnight, every night.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1882568401346064418

THANK YOU PRESIDENT BIDEN!!!



Chloe “Chicongo” Tzang



Slava Ukraini!!!

 

[ChloeTzang]

Another documentary - "Sumy - The Gut Punch" - This film is about the first month of the Sumy city defense since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine committed by Russia. The film tells the stories of the Sumy locals who took weapons in hand and stood up to defend their country against the Russian invasion.