1/9 No stones should be left unturned: Ukraine's new units need additional equipment, and the country should also increase mobilization to properly replace losses in its existing units.
2/9 Officials state that mobilization is progressing as planned; however, Oleksandr Zavitnevych, the head of Ukraine’s parliamentary defense committee, informed the FT that it will take an additional three months for the newly-trained troops to have an impact on the battlefield.
3/9 President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Ukraine is currently unable to equip even 4 of the 14 required brigades due to a shortage of weapons.
4/9 Ukraine needs to establish new units to facilitate rotations; however, it should also prioritize replacing losses in its existing units. Many units are short on infantry, which can be mobilized, trained, and equipped relatively easily.
5/9 Ukraine has the ability to mobilize, train, and equip light infantry without significant challenges. By addressing losses in its current units, Ukraine could greatly enhance its position on the front lines.
6/9 Ukraine's ongoing mobilization is expected to improve the situation on the front by the end of the year. Additionally, the country is gradually receiving equipment that was announced some time ago.
7/9 This war is existential not only for Ukraine but for Europe as a whole. Europe must significantly increase its military, financial, and humanitarian support to ensure Ukraine's victory, while Ukraine itself needs to enhance its mobilization efforts.
8/9 There is no justification for overlooking any opportunity during this war. This involves Ukraine ramping up its mobilization, Europe providing increased aid, and Europe also placing orders with the Ukrainian defense industry.
9/9 Sources:
ft.com/content/a22f7d…
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/…
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