Russia and Ukraine flashpoint

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

He also says that Hungary will retain its right to block consensus in the EU Council even when it inherits the presidency from July 1.

"You best prepare yourself that there are some issues where there will not be any consensus"

Foreign affairs issues require EU consensus.
— Henry Foy (@HenryJFoy) April 11, 2024

Article 7? No? Alright.

Beyond tired at this point, I have little faith left in both America and Europe.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

Then Europe does something brilliant, Lol.

Amazing, it actually happened. A decision to refuse the approval on the EU Council budget until Ukraine is given 7 Patriot system was supported by a large majority of 515 MEP's. https://t.co/61ccMrYQAN pic.twitter.com/WYVwAWCVKM
— NOELREPORTS 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 (@NOELreports) April 11, 2024

Fuck yeah.

Stand strong, I hope they don't they don't budge.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

‼️ The European Parliament has refused to approve EU Council funding until Ukraine is given new Patriots, - MEP, former Belgian Prime Minister Guy Verhofstadt

The European Parliament's decision is called "unprecedented". It was supported by 515 MPs, against 62. pic.twitter.com/Lz5bzhoSnj
— NEXTA (@nexta_tv) April 11, 2024

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

Brilliant speech from Guy Verhofstadt.

The anger and passion.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

Also unless he misspoke he said there are "100 systems in Europe"...In Europe...He may have meant "launchers" or he may have meant 100 worldwide, I sure hope he misspoke because 100 worldwide is ridiculous but 100 in Europe alone is insanity, Patriot is also operated outside of Europe in America, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Taiwan, UAE and then Morocco in the future.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

Latvian President @EdgarsRinkevics and I just signed a bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and Latvia.

It envisages Latvia's annual military support for Ukraine at 0.25% of GDP. Latvia also made a 10-year commitment to assist Ukraine with cyber defence, demining, and…
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Latvia has set the target for 2024, 2025 and 2026 of providing the necessary military support to Ukraine in the amount of 0.25% of the gross domestic product annually, including military training and supplies of equipment and weapons across land, air, sea, and cyber-electromagnetic domains, provided the capabilities and resources available.

Agreement Between Ukraine and the Republic of Latvia on Long-Term Support and Security Commitments — Official website of the President of Ukraine

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas was also saying that every member of the Ramstein group should channel the equivalent of 0.25% of their gross domestic product to Kyiv annually as well and have also themselves committed to 0.25% annually. Once again the Baltic States punching way above their weight.

Some countries haven't even reached 0.25% since the war began.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

I addressed the Three Seas Summit, emphasising the urgent need to strengthen Ukrainian air defense—with real action, not just words.

To ensure that Russian missiles do not fly over Vilnius, Warsaw, or Chisinau, they should finally not fly over Odesa and Kharkiv.

A thread🧵 pic.twitter.com/aYG5JnymBk
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Russian strikes ranged from Kharkiv and Kyiv to Odesa and Lviv. One of the Russian terrorists' targets was close to the Polish border. Our rescuers, power engineers, and repair teams have been working throughout the day to eliminate the consequences of the attack.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Every day, Russian terrorists cut off power to Kharkiv and other cities, and every day we hear that new aid is coming soon. The reality must finally match the words, and Russian terror’s real losses must be ensured.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

All of Russia’s neighboring states and every nation whose lives may be within the range of Russian aircraft and missiles are in danger. Each of you can see how Russian propagandists are fueling hatred against your countries.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Russian-controlled hatred precedes Russia’s guided aerial bombs, missiles, and "Shahed" drones. Each of Russia's neighbors is a target, just like Ukraine. That is why we must multiply our joint efforts to ensure common security.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Second, advocating for assistance to Ukraine now means advocating for every country's own security in our region. I thank all of you who are in contact with other partners and are using all means of diplomacy, media, and political work to promote military aid for our soldiers.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Third, I thank all of you who have provided and are providing weapons to Ukraine. It really helps. Our joint defense projects with you also help, and we need to create as many defense industries as possible that will directly work for our common security.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Fourth, our unity. Please strengthen the unity in the EU. Moscow should feel that there is more unity in Europe than any contradictions. Of course, every society may have doubts about the decisions made in Brussels. But such doubts should not become Moscow's weapons.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

We must use the time we have to get closer to each other without losing a single day, let alone a month. Now, in June, it will be right to actually start negotiations on Ukraine's EU accession.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Fifth, NATO shouldn't be afraid of its own existence or rules. The Baltic Sea has a historic chance for reliable security with Finland and Sweden in NATO. The Black Sea needs the same. As a democratic nation committed to shared values, Ukraine deserves to be invited to join NATO.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

We must work on strategic tasks. Putin wants to destroy Ukraine and the freedom of all of our region's nations. He sees no alternative. Similarly, we should not look for alternatives to our security; Ukraine needs an invitation to join NATO. Only you can make it real this year.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

Dear friends, this year should be the time to take all the necessary steps to make our victory over Russian terror real. It is possible. But it is possible only if we are united—you, us, and all our partners—and if reality corresponds to our statements and agreements.
— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) April 11, 2024

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

Russia has just carried out another airstrike on critical infrastructure in Ukraine. This time they hit the thermal power plant in Sumy. No people were hurt, but the damage is being clarified, the regional military administration reports.
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House Democratic Caucus head Pete Aguilar hinted at Democratic support to protect Speaker Mike Johnson from a potential GOP coup if he pushes Ukraine aid through the House. While Aguilar didn't confirm his own vote, he referenced Democrats willing to help Johnson stay in power if… pic.twitter.com/BJ3C9qHwvb
— NOELREPORTS 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 (@NOELreports) April 11, 2024

What I'd say is I'd be fine with saving his ass if he puts forth the Senate bill for a vote but if he puts forth some stupid loan package then pass it because sadly, even though it's not ideal and the Senate bill is far better, Ukraine doesn't really have much choice right now, they need any aid, whatever it can get, but do not save Johnson after the bill passes, only save him if it's the Senate bill.

Maybe if the Dems win House and Biden retains presidency they can just forgive the stupid loan come November anyway.

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Ryuu96 on 11 April 2024

The Discharge Petition to force Mike Johnson to put Ukrainian aid on the US House floor for a vote has gained 3 more signatures. All of them are Democrats. The total is now 194 out of 218 needed.https://t.co/nbpUdXsgpI pic.twitter.com/Vh8QwhdaU4
— NOELREPORTS 🇪🇺 🇺🇦 (@NOELreports) April 11, 2024

Pelosi and Hoyer making impassioned pitches in Dem whips, encouraging members to sign Ukraine discharge petition even if they don't support Israel $$
— Heather Caygle (@heatherscope) April 11, 2024

193 Democrats - 1 Republican.

Good stuff from Pelosi but ultimately irrelevant if Republicans don't grow a spine.

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