General Petraeus: Give Ukraine counter drones to beat Russia

"Maintaining the US tanks is very, very challenging, the consumption of fuel is just staggering."
Providing Ukrainians with cutting-edge counter drones could be more effective, says General Petraeus, former Director of the CIA.
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[@lizhunter8795]

Please just give them everything and anything they need to put a complete stop to all this madness and get rid of Putin as well!!

[@TheRealBillBob]

Bot

[@rogerpennel1798]

I'm surprised that the Ukrainians haven't used barrage balloons to counter Russian drones and cruise missiles? If barrage balloons could bring down low-level attack aircraft during WWII they should be able to take down drones and cruise missiles.

[@johanstinson]

Nah.

[@rob6345]

That's easier said than done. As many things you have to think about. You have to remember you don't want certain weapons to be falling into enemy hands. Russia would be more than happy to know what type of armor the m1 Abrams uses. Also as the general alluded to, they need weapons platforms which are easy to use and easy to maintain. Many American platforms require tons of maintenance and years of experience to operate. That's something Ukraine can't afford right now.

[@maskcollector6949]

Ukraine can't enter Russia so taking care of Putin is not realistic. He's not gonna stop, either, so it's a Pyrrhic war.

[@goatmealcookies7421]

Better late than never? We need to support Ukraine to the absolute maximum. They are shedding their blood for the future of the world's freedom from tyranny. Slava Ukraini!

[@billgibbard9449]

More and more supplies are moving into Ukraine every day. Logistics take time.

[@Billswiftgti]

now you care xD sheeple

[@gambrydew2059]

@@billgibbard9449 And expertise that Ukrainian soldiers sadly don't have.

[@meoffmymeds1770]

The worlds freedom keep reaching and buying the proverbial BS.

[@natalieturko4808]

@@gambrydew2059 And you know this how, bot?

[@williamrendall134]

What a direct hit, have no mercy "Victory To Ukraine", God Be With You.

[@hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156]

General Petraeus has been an amazing source of commentary and constructive criticism since Putin started this war. As a Canadian, I'm glad we have experienced commanders like him as our ally.

[@addamr2052]

Putin calls for a ceasefire . He can call for it as long as he likes he can call for it until the cows come home as far as I care . But he ain't getting it

[@attsealevel]

Agreed -- Slava Ukraini !! 🇺🇦 🇺🇦 🇺🇦

[@ronmalstaff2595]

He's a great knowledge resource!

[@jamesalexander3547]

@@silverfrom foh

[@TheRealBillBob]

Wow another bot

[@leonardlackey2813]

We cannot afford to lose the opportunity to rid the world of the menace of Russia. We have never had an opportunity like this and cannot fail. We should do whatever it takes.

[@ruud195]

Go to that place with fire.

[@fasx56]

Leonard Your comment is one of the best thought out statements on this channel. If the West can bring down Russia economically and a clear failure on the Battlefield it will be the most valuable strategic victories we could ever hope for and a great blessing for the rest of the world.

[@moviezaftermidnight6348]

Maybe Ukraine shouldn't have been shelling its own civilians for the past 8 years committing genocide.... and now they have clowns like you praising genocide...

[@mariechinghelen]

Very well said

[@billykotsos4642]

RUSSIA DELENDA EST

[@margaretlamb2432]

Thank you General for your service and agree with your comments. Ukraine needs weapons that can go a further distance than what they received. We can't let the terrorist country win! Slava Ukraine 🙏 🇺🇦 💙 💛

[@robertblake4006]

Ukraine needed all that 6months ago and multiple x10! So..what the problem is? War feeds dollar. Just a business,nothing personal.

[@darwel007]

Your support ensures the war continues and you can be proud that no Ukrainian will be standing when it is all over!

[@moviezaftermidnight6348]

Why do you openly & ignorantly praise genocide BY Ukraine for the past 8 years?

[@JadeoftheGlade]

@@darwel007 utter nonsense.

[@davidelliott5843]

If Putin was allowed to get his way, Ukraine cease to exist. The language would be banned and the people deported. He doesn’t want the country it would be simply razed and left to rot.

[@passenger3]

Thank you for having the general P on the show. Missed his analysis

[@gamarsh1960]

I enjoy listening to the perspectives of both guests and chat room participants. Thank you to all for the scintillating conversation!

[@gamarsh1960]

I was listening to a Russian blogger who fled the country. He is 23 years old and not interested in fighting for the former Soviet Union/Russia. I believe his KZbin channel is "Sanctioned Ivan"...his perspectives were interesting. I wonder how many others express the same views in private?

[@mariogmajner6549]

@@gamarsh1960 These Russian bloggers are nutjobs who were expelled from the military and now harbour grudges against the Kremlin.

[@dorisshanks7295]

@@gamarsh1960 Yes I watch him too but also watch Inside Russia with Konstantine, not moved to Uzbekistan for deeper analysis from the perspective of a Russian who spent 9 years living in the US and is not fooled by Putin.

[@ulfpe]

Loosing this war is by FAR more expensive then a stockpile of semi retired weapons

[@JadeoftheGlade]

EXACTLY. But of course it's not actually about the cost. It's all just biden derangement syndrome.

[@StompingRabbits]

We had no business over there, we should have remained neutral and out of it! Petraeus sounds like a war mongering loony...

[@andrewstrongman305]

@@StompingRabbits So you'd prefer to legitimize Russian imperialism and reward their aggression? Appeasement has never worked. Ukraine is fighting against a brutal invasion and anyone with half a working brain should understand that it's far better to give them the weapons they need than to have to fight ourselves. I also wonder at your lack of morals. You sound like the kind of American who'd step over a person collapsed on the footpath.

[@peterwallis4602]

@@StompingRabbits And wait till Putin knocks on your door. Trump already opened it. Democracy v Tyranny?

[@mm-hq4qh]

@@StompingRabbits lol

[@Bengtroslund]

Give them everything, Russia must lose fast. Cant let this go on forever

[@sbuckle1171]

Yeah I’m sure your opinion is going to make the difference.

[@user-yp9nz6bs9q]

It's going to be a long war.

[@dessmith7658]

Nah keep going nato, watch it come down

[@JekaZMD]

And what are you going to get out of this, the world is in recession not because Russia started a war but because countries borrowed too much in the last 2 years due to dubious decisions aroung covid situation. If it isn't Russia it's going to be someone else to blame for all the problems but it's never the govenments themselve that's to blame right?

[@bradgraystock5966]

Actually Russia already is losing quickly considering the turn around in just 10 months against a much smaller armed force.

[@ItsMe_Hello_People]

Thank you for this interview. 👍 let’s give Ukraine what they need to win! 🇺🇦

[@et2709]

They're going to lose.

[@danielstarczewski3827]

Poland delivered more armoured vehicles than any of mentioned countries. 200 - T-72 at least.

[@itayh-cohen5613]

I think Russia donated even greater numbers ;)

[@marshallmintz7564]

Poland has been a stalwart in this war.....Poles know all about Russia and their braindead style of leadership,

[@yakseiminus2670]

True because Poland feels the heat and could be next after Ukraine

[@BD-uw1kq]

@@yakseiminus2670 No possible way that russia attacks any NATO countries. They have been almost completely destroyed by a country that didn't even have a military last year.

[@telebubba5527]

@@BD-uw1kq And yet they did it. They were even warned not to do it, but even still. I don't think Russians have a very high IQ.🤔

[@TVstardom]

General Petraeus is a proven military leader who knows what is needed to win on the battlefield. Yes give Ukraine the weapons and support to drive Russian occupation completely out of their territory. Salute to General Petraeus for his service in defending freedom and security for the American people. Slava Ukraine 💪💪🇺🇦💪💪🇺🇲

[@christinemcclymont269]

Totally agree. Just got to convince the politicians.

[@HenryTan-pj2oi]

Russians just broke through Soledar... ... Any equipment left behind can be looted by Wagner's or Russians. Now... ... more tanks more shells, better US tanks more fuel... ... The problem is now not about best equipment, the rate of exhaustion Ukraine is dishing out WILL bankrupt stockpiles and seriously undermine economies of aiding sources. This is the real sustainability issue. Russians can't be bothered about casualties. They lost more in WWII, and Stalin couldn't even care. All Stalin cared was militarization of Russia and make Russia so huge and powerful that despite third rated state it is viewed as top level power with such bargaining power against other states. Besides, if we go by the general here... ... yes, Ukraine will win more battles, but the war will be still lost. Ukraine Game is not just battlefield or land reclaims, it is also and mainly about political struggle... ... which is why so much excuses when sending aids. True, why not and we can and we have nukes to send. Just send a couple of dozens of nukes, focus on Moscow and Zelensky will gladly fire them all off at the hated Russians or Putin. This is a HUGE line Ukraine has and the North front can't be certain, and Germany and France have way more tanks to send and more shells for the burning, but... ... ... will it be advantageous to western Europe if US puppet Ukraine be defeated or not defeated? The same goes with obviously China and less obviously India. Other than US, hence UK... ... most of the states politely sent some this and that but... ... the dilemma is still wanting to win Russia yet... ... not wanting Ukraine to win. Much politicking is at the background. The real problem about sustainability is Ukrainians must be expected to endure seemingly forever for the war to end be it to which's favor, because deaths and destruction will go on and on and on and on and on, new waves after waves if not drones then manpower, shelling and saboteurs will be sent... ... You are a general, you want to win the war. But is victory? To reclaim all the lost lands? That all battles are won? But this is merely dragging on and on and on and on, more deaths, more destructions and more rapes... ... and this can go on as far as Ukrainians harbor hope for victory which is their hope to end the war and return to normal life, and to return to normal life they need rebuilding proper to begin. Else it is just immune white cells great at work driving out the invaders... ... but the body bleeds and bleeds and bleeds and bleeds with wounds that cannot heal... ... what will happen next, Mr General? Ukraine will be lost if this is the direction of things. Isn't it? And once Ukraine is lost... ... equipment sent to Ukraine can fall into any hands other than the Russians alongside the technology, if any. Then those Western weapons will be bought or be transferred to anti-US terrorist groups around the world. And yes... ... including US made anti-drone equipment to be modified by Russians or Chinese, which terrorists have been threatening by US drone attacks. If General is so easy to become... ... anyone can be general. Think, general, assuming this is Stalin, how to make Stalin stop will hence truly win the war and protect the Ukraine baby looking at US mummy for democracy or whatever. And after this, it is very likely Russia will become a Stalin state... ... And yeah... ... Have fun.

[@TheGaymo]

It's a quite limiting self belief that those convicted of some light treason are disqualified from career progression. Hopefully General Petraeus can put that behind him and in future have more of a role than providing comments in the media. Iraq was a different war and a different time.

[@teardrop-in-a-fishbowl]

@@TheGaymo Where I agree on your last sentence I disagree with your first. The first you talked about doesn't limit his military knowledge. I'm not quite sure that drones (what even are counter drones?) would be THE difference. Like it always is, it's the mixture and combined forces what is successful on the battlefield.

[@BridgeportIPA]

He's a proven war mongerer and disseminator of war propaganda.

[@marshallmintz7564]

Russians have stood tall and proudly told the entire world "WE AIN'T TOO BRIGHT NOR ARE WE VERY BRAVE"

[@christinemcclymont269]

Nor are we well-equipped and lead! Low maintenance and morale as a consequence.

[@dr.killmoretreeratologist8848]

Ruzzian men have shouted from the rooftops, "WE ARE ALL PEDOPHILES & RAPISTS, AND WE'RE USING THIS WAR AS AN EXCUSE TO LIVE OUT OUR TWISTED FANTASIES! WE ARE RABID DOGS THAT NEED TO DIE!" Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦

[@iamric23]

I feel that we should give Ukraine offensive drones because Iran has provided russia with them. This is a no brainer, why isn't anyone talking about this? 2nd, people keep saying that ukraine will have the patriot missile system, but does anyone realize that this is months away? As well as the Bradley fighting vehicle.

[@billgibbard9449]

Ukraine has used their own home-made drones to strike military targets inside Russia. The west providing equipment that strikes deep inside Russia, including drones and aircraft, increases the likelihood of a nuclear war. So, for now, this is not on the table. Note that general Petraeus did not mention providing Ukraine with aircraft. But general Petraeus made a good point about supplying equipment able to attack all of Crimea. He also made good points about supplying older but useful systems in Ukraine and donating low-cost systems that are both useful and in plentiful supply. The implication that I got from general Petraeus's talk was that a better ground attack capability for the Ukrainian military fighting in Ukraine was the way to go. Ukraine can defeat Russia militarily on the ground, in Ukraine -- if Ukraine is given more ground-fighting capability. Following this strategy, Ukraine would be given what it needs to win on the ground in Ukraine without greatly increasing the risk of nuclear war. No one can win a nuclear war.

[@oneshothunter9877]

@@billgibbard9449 Well said! 👍

[@iamric23]

@@billgibbard9449 I totally agree with you, but on 1 point. If Iran is sending attack drones to russia in order to strike deep inside Ukraine, then Nato needs to do the same. Also, no one is saying exactly when the bradley vehicles will arrive. These need to be there next week.

[@dericofdorking]

Announcements are made after the training and deployment decision. Ukraine probably already has Patriots and Bradleys ready to go

[@charlesjmouse]

Everybody with any expertise is consistently calling for greater support to Ukraine's war effort, everyone with any expertise is warning of the consequences of allowing this war to drag on longer than it must or worse letting Russia win in any way at all. Even I can see the lessons of history and understand human nature. How is it our politicians are so unwilling to help properly? How is it they won't see what is apparent to everyone else?

[@janvandermeer6159]

Good question

[@KellyMacgillberg]

I ask myself that every day this drags on. I think it's just part of Biden's nature to avoid conflict. Or limit it whenever possible. As you point out, others say the consequences of not winning this decisively & quickly just means more costly conflict down the road. But he is the president. In fact Sec. Austin who spoke out more forcefully at the start of the war, has since been muzzled it seems.

[@jaybelle1909]

They know perfectly well corrupt ukr and 🇺🇸 caused this war and are the ones dragging it on... this war has 💯 nothing to do with "protecting ukr ppl, or defending a democratic nation"... ukr is just a play thing for the 🇺🇸 to weaken europe and try to weaken rus (not working out)... ppl can hate rus all they want but rus was 100% just to finally invade and to continue till ukr no longer exists... ukr war crimes during and before this war far out weights rus... if anything we in 🇺🇸 should be bombing corrupt ukr not supporting it but there are too many ignorant ukr simps out there who refuse to look at reality

[@lfarrell6375]

As is ever the case …..cost . And a reluctance to dig deep into their OWN stockpiles.

[@steveofthewildnorth7493]

Primarily, the difference between how military people and politicians think. For military minds, it's a series of problems to be solved and objectives to be gained, both tactically and strategically. That's much more straightforward than politics. Politicians on the other hand, particularly in the western democracies, have to convince their constituents that spending billions to support Ukraine is a good idea. Electorates can be very fickle and an elected official's prime objective is getting reelected. Thus the caution. Unnecessary caution in my mind, but that's how democracies work. Politics makes my head hurt, so I don't envy them, but I do get it as frustrating as it may be.

[@LibertyStrength76]

Ukraine needs long range arms to protect its territory. The USA and NATO could help benefit the Ukrainian military by supplying these, especially with them bombing a hundred missiles in a night across the country! God Bless Ukraine! ♥️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🇺🇦

[@teddy.d174]

They should’ve been provided a long time ago and this war would be much more closer, to being over.

[@coocookachoo2806]

Just send body bags

[@luke9669-0]

Not going to happen under McCarthy. NATO should have boots on the ground from day one. NATO should have ended this before this started we created this mess you should follow through but America is America and its pull out game is weak.

[@mattsmith-ri3lp]

Needs but not getting

[@thedustyhead]

General Petraeus , Yes Yes and Yes !!

[@Halli50]

Petraeus makes a lot of sense, pointing out that while the M1 Abrams might be a superior tank, it is impractical to operate unless you are a superpower with all the infrastructure needed, BUT - if handing 5 or more M1's over to Ukraine to prompt Germany to supply their more practical Leopard tank to Ukraine, JUST DO IT! If Ukraine can successfully operate the M1s they will, otherwise they will simply park them and concentrate on operating the to-them more practical Leopards. Just quit this "I-refuse-to-be-first" game.

[@Ganiscol]

He didnt say the Abrams is superior. The M1 has been using the same Rheinmetal gun that is in the Leopard 2 from the beginning. There are differences in protection level from variant to variant, but it should be clear that neither the US nor Germany would provide their latest versions anyway. The main point of argument is certainly the powerplant: Its always been a curious concept to run the Abrams on a gas turbine as far as fuel economy and required maintenance goes. Whereas the Germans have been using a multi-fuel (it requires at least 60% Diesel and the rest can be anything else that burns) Diesel engine with the same power output of 1500HP and made sure it could be replaced in no more than 20 minutes in the field. Everything about the Leopard 2 powerpack makes more sense in comparison to the Abrams, the armament is the same, they can fire all the same munitions and thats why he justifiably says its the better option overall. The biggest problem is: Germany only has a little over 300 Leopard 2 of various variants in service... they are understandably not to keen to give them away. Its also interesting that he (and most everybody else with expertise) doesnt even talk about British or French MBTs. Its always about the Leopard 2 and while Ukraine would take anything they can get, its the number 1 on their tank wishlist.

[@spackle9999]

What if we give Germany 300 Abrams and Germany sends 200 Leopards to Ukraine? Now Germany doesn't need to be worried about being understrength and can use the Abrams until they can replace them with new Leopards if they wish.

[@TD_YT066]

Germany giving tanks to Ukraine to defeat Russian now guarantees that Russia will never be able to attack Germany in the next decade. The tanks simple won't be needed anymore.

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@spackle9999 good and bad idea - why go away from one size, one kind, simplified logistics as the country that produces them actually. Germany had 3000 - 4000 MBTs at the end of the Cold War and gave away or destroyed 3700 of them. Which is the number in M1 the US has in RESERVE only. So the easiest solution is actually to tell Poland, Bulgaria and Romania to get rid of their old stock (over 1100 Warsaw Pact or based upon these) tanks to Ukraine and take the US reserve. Leaves the US with 70% of their reserve for other conflicts, but German tanks are needed for training and defending Lithuania. It's that simple.

[@EhEhEhEINSTEIN]

@@spackle9999 I was under the impression that this is almost exactly what we're doing with Poland and was a large part of why they were comfortable sending a heap of soviet era tanks to Ukraine very early on. Saw some articles about a month ago that Poland was looking to buy a batch of 250 and another batch of ~120, plus a bunch of bridge-mobile things, tank recovery vehicles and a few other categories. Warographics put out a good video about Poland's near-ish future military aspirations yesterday, highly recommended!

[@einosiirila7093]

I really appreciate to hear from someone that can actually tell the truth and tell what has to be done and save money for what we give but also offer equal defense and quality and still save money and, just saying I wanted to say that I believe what I'm hearing right now is bye far the most important and truthful analysis I've heard and you should probably be running this SHOW!

[@elricofarmer1561]

Whatever it takes to win and beat back the Orcs! Ukraine 🇺🇦 must win this war! Keep fighting, WE 🇺🇸 support you!

[@georgegeorgakopoulos5956]

In Times Radio we trust

[@rsKayiira]

Now this is a man that knows his stuff

[@user-vy1hk6wx2w]

He’s was probably the most intelligent person at the CIA and what happened to him was all political because he knows what he’s talking about

[@rsKayiira]

@MSD Group Spending 5% of the military budget to destroy over 30% of your foe’s military in a conflict where you have no boots on the ground is an incredible return on investment!

[@rsKayiira]

@@user-vy1hk6wx2w yup! He was a smart guy for sure

[@rsKayiira]

@MSD Group what has that got to do with the Russian army killing civilians in Ukraine?

[@ThunderAppeal]

@@user-vy1hk6wx2w Hes a sociopath not unlike yourself.

[@jayd8332]

The General makes a number of really good points, and want to extend my gratitude for his service and input. Russia has shown the world how important NATO is to preventing an escalation over borders in Europe. Pres. Trump was wrong on this one, but understand his dismay at the time. NATO has brought many lazy countries into how important its role is. I am grateful to the US, UK, Poland, Germany, France, and all the other countries who are participating in aid to save lives. Much Love and support from Canada. Slava Ukraine...

[@jackburgess274]

>>"Russia has shown the world how important NATO is to preventing an escalation over borders in Europe." On the contrary, Russia has shown how important NATO is to _creating_ an escalation over borders in Europe.

[@stc3145]

@@jackburgess274 Nato is important to preventing mad dictators from conquering other nations

[@brucekliewer2623]

President Trump was right on NATO members needing to pay their fair share of the commitments they made and he was right on the Nordstream II pipeline funding Russias war machine. What exactly was he wrong on concerning NATO and Russian oil and gas dependency by Europe? Some people think Trump was anti NATO, but I don’t think that was his issue. His issue to me was propping up Putin for Europe to get rich, while the USA funded the NATO defense against Putin. He viewed that as the USA getting the shaft.

[@jackburgess274]

@@stc3145 (1) Putin is not a dictator (2) Russia is presently conquering Washington, not Ukraine (3) The suggestion that Putin is mad is idiotic and none but ignoramuses and shills entertain it.

[@stc3145]

@@jackburgess274 You are clearly deluded, i wont even bother

[@jamesrauch9103]

Thank you Times for having some of the greatest military minds on your program recently. I always appreciate hearing from Gen Petraeus. Like he said.. give Ukraine what they need to outright win this war. Germany really needs to step up.

[@sonofagun3866]

No cares what ur opinion is 😂

[@TommyTCGT]

Great mind? Try Col. Doug MacGregor for facts.. not cia baloney.

[@AahFukIt]

​@@TommyTCGTyes. Didn't petreaus plea guilty to mishandling critical information? And was fined.

[@ThePierre58]

@@sonofagun3866 I do along with 25 others!

[@gregiles908]

Germany loves being on the wrong side of history

[@zaphod22]

Just yesterday I was pondering the real value of high maintenance tanks in battle. It seems that cutting edge drones would be much more effective, and much cheaper to operate as well as maintain. I'm glad to hear the honorable General Petraeus say drones could be more effective. Thank you, sir.

[@KimTiger777]

Leopard 2 are definitely something Ukrainians should have gotten a long time ago. Not going to mention all the reasons to why Leo 2 is a good choice for UA.

[@janvandermeer6159]

Germany needs the leopards themselfs. In case luxemburg is going to invade. This war is the walhalla for german bureaucrats.

[@necromancer6608]

But not 2A4. Ukraine need upgraded leopard with reactive armor because a lot of atgms there.

[@Walterwaltraud]

Germany has 320 total, 240 operational. The US has 3700 (!) in stock only, which they could easily give to Eastern European NATO members for their T72s, PT91s and TR85/850s. That adds up to 1100 tanks which are fully compatible in maintenance, gun size (well, mostly)... and should have been started mid March.

[@georgemcaulay6009]

In Ukraine Russia faces 43 million troops. And around the western countries are training thousands more Ukrainian volunteers up to a high standard and kitted out I'm decent helmets and flak jackets ready to join their countrymen . They are beating off Goliath and 🇺🇦🇦🇺

[@jackburgess274]

>>"In Ukraine Russia faces 43 million troops" The present population of the territory presently under the control of the Kiev regime is less than 30 million.

[@righthandstep5]

@@jackburgess274 wrong comrade

[@babathegoodmansamba8533]

All inhabitants of Ukraine , babies, children, teens, girls, women are most of them are n04 40 Million before war. The Army is t. No arms, noels and both. Brain damages made them Zombies. Only old people over 40 years up to 75 years are the army now. Nothing is left. Most men ran away to Russia or the west, 25 Million. Only 15 Million Ukrainians are in Ukraine. Ukraine will be given to the Afghans by Putin , to live there . A great humanity act. Ukraine is over and will get a new name like Shumalistan, Land in the north. Some million Afghani will arrive in the next months ! Bye bye Ukraine , God bless Shumalistan !!!!

[@Kaz590]

@@righthandstep5 Ukraine had a population of around 44mil before the invasion. They have had about 10mil leave in the first few months.

[@anoyingnomad]

@@Kaz590 And alot of men returned to fight after getting their families in safety. Do not forget all the foreign volunteers. From alot of countries in the world!

[@larsrons7937]

Ukraine knows best what they need the most, and they have proved they know how to use what we give them to good effect. Give Ukraine all that -we can- *they need* (then find a way to do it), and *now.* The sooner the better, for Ukraine, and for us. Slava Ukraini! - Heroyam Slava! - Stay safe!

[@larsrons7937]

@Lost Cause Medical, civilian, infrastructure etc. aid, weapons, ammunition, money for hospital workers salaries, etc. etc. etc. And "your fckn money" will be paid at home in much higher number if you don't supply this to Ukraine, simply for your increased defense budget you need if Ukraine doesn't win this war. The money you spend on Ukraine now don't go into anyone's pocket except your own, as money you are saving. The more you give - the much more you save.

[@beebscalicor]

@@larsrons7937 I don't see the comment @LostCause but be aware Moscow has hired thousands of people to pose as Americans that don't support Ukraine that worry abotu the money thing. I have never met anyone here that has ever said anything like what Moscow tells them to say here. And I've lives in 3 states now, grew up in two of them, I was born here, raised here, everyone I have ever talked to here about Ukraine is overwhelmingly in favor of sending Ukraine much more. We know what is at stake, and we know it's going to be way more expensive if we have to support all the other nations when Putin does this to Mldova, georgia again, etc. And, most people here who know about Budapest are adament that we send this aid and think we should be sending and doing much more. When this first started I protested here to push the first wave of funding thoough. Ukraine is well loved here, and we support you (in case you are in Ukraine or from there). To anyone who believes the putrolls when they say Americans are mad about the money thing, not true. Look at the applause Zelenksy received at the congress and house when he visited. That is the sentiment and feelings of most Americans. Anyone that claims otherwise, send them to me and I'll debunk them right here in front of everyone, with facts they would definately know if they were really from here. Slava Ukraine!

[@Realist369]

Why do you support nazis?

[@larsrons7937]

@@beebscalicor If you can't see the comment and (as I normally do) rightclick on "@Lost Cause" and open (in new tab?) the channel, try to KZbin search "Lost Cause channel" - but you still won't find it. Instead do this, and sorry I can't give the link. Open a black page, in the adress line write:: "www" and "." and "youtube" and "." and "/" and "@uglymane187" and "/" ...that should bring you to the well hidden KZbin profile. Lost Cause, an empty (or info hidden) account with no info at all, was created in may 2008 so this troll has 15 years of experience. I wouldn't be surprised to find Lost Cause in the comment sections of the US presidential election back in 2016.

[@larsrons7937]

@@Realist369 Oh, hi Pele 10, long time no see. I thought you got mobilized, how did you avoid it? Is Prigozhin still paying you too little?

[@Zenon00007]

❤Ukrainian ❤

[@77thTrombone]

The voice of reason. No passion, no gimmicks, no platitudes, no evasion or dodginess. All questions answered. This is what flag/general officers should be-and nearly always are-about.

[@coreyham3753]

If the USA M1 Abrahms tank is so difficult to maintain and consumes so much fuel, then what the heck is the USA military doing with such a piece of weaponry. Should they not be or have developed a much better tank then.

[@TheRealBillBob]

Bot

[@trishawilson1436]

@@coreyham3753 The Americans do not need to send their Abrams tanks to another country for repairs. They can do it themselves. In Ukraine that is necessary. Also, in Ukraine there is uncertainty that the engines, railways and bridges would be able to cope with the transport of such a heavy vehicle, should it need to be exported for repairs.

[@77thTrombone]

@@TheRealBillBob what, me?! Ok, sport.

[@77thTrombone]

@@trishawilson1436 correct. 1. Q: Why would the U.S. have it? A: for the same reason the U.S. Navy continued to buy P-3 Orions that they never requested for so many years. For the same reason the U.S. Air Force has been unable to stop operating the A-10 Warthog, despite repeated plans to do so. Because of congressional pork. The most successful military programs involve the most Congressional districts. This answer is a little cynical, but there is some truth to it. The Abrams would be a *white elephant* gift for Ukraine. You cite infrastructure risk (which I've heard elsewhere.) The general cited operational cost and maintenance effort (which I've also heard cited.) Diversity is not always a good thing. Give Ukraine Abrams, and: They need to double the size of their tank repair depots. Worse, the Abrams side (of the depot) has to be strong enough to support this behemoth. It's no good cracking the floor when the first customer rolls in. Turbine engines are lighter than diesel's, but the lifts (hoists) needed for wheel and axle work have to be stronger. I don't know, but if Abram's threaded fasteners are in inches, then the depot needs to at least double the number of socket sets on hand (tools _do_ break occasionally.) Entirely new outfit of turbine diagnostic equipment, requiring it's own maintenance chain. Etc, and all of it pulls maintenance resources from UAF's common base of "diesel tank" maintenance in the middle of a full scale war. And OBTW, the armor is classified.

[@judithcampbell1705]

Thank you General Sir Petraeus for your service and your ongoing support for Ukraine. As a Canadian I'm so glad to have you on our side. We appreciate your time and help with the mess that the dictator Putin has brought to the free world! Bless you Sir. Thanks TR for all you do!

[@marshuswp3325]

General Petraeus is 100% right! Slava Ukraini from Canada!

[@alusmarkmaliwa]

Best wishes from PNG 🇵🇬.

[@thaymoua]

My question is why do we have to announce to the world everything we provide to Ukraine?

[@johnhudson333]

Politicians need to listen to Generals with regard to Ukraine 🇺🇸🇺🇦

[@michaelengland7228]

🇬🇧

[@nemrac4385]

Thank you! 💚 Greetings from Austria!

[@normalhispanicdude]

What a great mind, General Petraeus.

[@HKim0072]

UA is paying with blood and NATO is gaining valuable intel on battleground strategies.

[@patsysmith540]

Thank you America for helping Ukraine with the drones. They desperately need them. Thank you Times for the updates. Much appreciated it. Ukrainians remember you are not alone. God be with you always.

[@himars_m142]

Thank you for support! I don't understand why we can't get all of the weapons needed to win fast in this war..

[@gregchapman6190]

This guy is a war genius ,give Ukraine the big stuff now

[@robsurname4054]

it's too late, it's time to capitulate

[@TD_YT066]

At least let them get the next level of gear now, they have the Russians on the run, let them finish the job. Predators, not Reapers will still do the work, and another 20-60 HIMARS with the improved munitions could end this stalemate in Donbas and Luhansk and open up Kherson and Zaporizhia and start the freeing of Crimea. For that they will need yet another boost, more HARM, Harpoon, Paveway and maybe even some aircraft.

[@robsurname4054]

@@TD_YT066 Ukraine has no chance and the West do not actually want them to win. Some areas in former Ukraine have voted to be part of Russia now anyway

[@Realist369]

Lol,he’s a compromised liar,total bs spews from his mouth

[@chaosXP3RT]

I see a lot of people complain about the USA "leading the West", but the General talking about German politicians begging for the USA to provide 5 Abrams will get them to provide dozens of Leopards 2's just shows how much no nation in the West wants to take the lead. I think it was France stepping up to provide the AMX-10RC that finally broke the ice on heavier vehicles like the Bradley and Marder. NATO capabilities aren't the issue. The issue is that leadership in the West is sitting around, nervously wringing their hands. But it's ridiculous. As others have already pointed out, if Putin wants to escalate, he'll find an excuse to do so, just like the Christmas "ceasefire". General Petraeus and General Hodges are really the men to be listening to on this kind of stuff. There's no excuse to not provide these small-diameter bombs for the HIMARS. The longer this war goes on, the more people will suffer and the more damage there will be. The USA has had this annoying tendency in the past 40-50 years of being afraid to commit to victory. War is the consequences of the failure of diplomacy. You cannot get any worse than war. So why not just rip off the band-aid and get it over with? You need to commit to victory or your just prolonging the suffering and destruction.

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@nikolaifegel5513 someone from the troll farm... where do you live?

[@nonegone7170]

It's what happens when you let ministers with absolutely no clue on defense, cut the defense spending for years on end.

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@nikolaifegel5513 Yeah, I do: "Ukraine also attacked NATO territory, claiming it was Russia and calling for a third world war...but your rockets have gps....So it turned out they were Ukrainian missiles/American...sylenki's answer...hupsala" - S300 landing without intentions on a neighbouring country is not per se an attack... so, where do you live?

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@nikolaifegel5513 And your problem is lots of conjecture without a real clue. Bottom line is, we all knew that that S300 was fired in self defense and unfortunately two innocent lives were lost. And yes, we track them on air defense radar constantly... Zelensky wants more kit and ammo, rightfully so. So as in any negotiation you ask for more than you will get. New concept to you? So, where are you from?

[@Walterwaltraud]

@@nikolaifegel5513 Judging from your judgement you seem to be a little propaganda victim with zero knowledge of military hardware and very limited knowledge of security politics. That's why I'm asking.

[@gawkthimm6030]

Leopard 2 tank operators; Austria, Canada, Chile, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey, estimated total numbers built; 3,600.

[@marshallmintz7564]

Give Ukraine 10% of those and the Wagner will cease to exist.

[@gawkthimm6030]

@@marshallmintz7564 I have been reading the details of the wiki page on those numbers, I would estimate that 20% are in long term storage and would require extensive maintenance, when you compare individual nations total number of tanks and how many is in active service. But even just of everybody committed to supplying a minimum of 2 or more + extra spareparts and training it would quickly ad up.

[@JoeyBlogs007]

A large jet powered hunter drone could perhaps be large enough to intercept and clasp onto incoming drones, then give them an EMP shock to destroy their comms and electronics. At that point they then attach a detonator, then carry them to a dump zone 9 say 1 KM x 1 KM ( farm field ) and release them and then explode them in their dump zone at say 100 metres above the ground and then return to base for refuelling.

[@aloeisthestuff9622]

Your testes never dropped did they? Grow some brain cells.

[@stevethompson988]

The responsibility and restraint that the Ukrainian’s have shown with the weapons they’ve received so far, I’d be comfortable giving them tactical nukes. Talk about a deterrent!

[@billgibbard9449]

Would you be happy with putting a nuclear weapon in the hands of a child? You don't even know who you would be giving the nuclear weapon to. You are talking foolish nonsense.

[@bradgraystock5966]

Talk about WW3

[@natalieturko4808]

@@billgibbard9449 Are you insinuating that Ukraine having nuclear weapons would be like handing them to a child? Ukraine has shown courage and amazing military skills, in record time. Ukraine had nuclear weapons after the Cold War, but surrendered them to Russia as per the terms of the Budapest Memorandum. Big mistake, as it would have been a significant deterrent to a Russian invasion. Russia promised, in this agreement, to respect Ukraine's territorial integrity. Guess what? They lied.

[@AgiHammerthief]

yes please, someone kick Chancellor Scholz in the behind to release Leopard 2s

[@tyrannosaurusinf1488]

Thank you General Petraeus for explaining the differences in the Leopard 2A5 and M1A2 Abrams tank platforms.

[@TD_YT066]

For the $ spent in Ukraine, it's reduced the Russian military capability more than all the $Trillions spent over the entire cold war did.

[@worldtoday9244]

Ukraine 🇺🇦 needs more modern weapons and equipment now 🇺🇦 Victory to Ukraine 🇺🇦 🇬🇧 🇺🇸

[@mariavm9178]

Generals Petraeus and Hodges are our American pride. They are brilliant.

[@wl200]

Thanks!

[@kcuzz4091]

I agree with General Petraeus . . . Give Ukraine the weapons that will truest help them win!

[@PneumaticsAreCool]

Why so they can be used against us in the next conflict?

[@PneumaticsAreCool]

And do you think that Ukraine is just gonna turn over those weapons when the wars over?

[@JoeyBlogs007]

They need high speed ( 250 kph ) hunter drones with about a 10km range. Thousands of them. Something Ukrainians can also build with minimal training. They can use AI vision, heat seeking and radar ability direct or indirect via ground stations.

[@HGSuper]

Build with minimal training? Great idea but might need some serious rules to stop them taking out the wrong stuff.

[@JoeyBlogs007]

Yep of course, however they can be pretrained based on the 3D Visual specs for each given enemy drone type. This can be done in a AI simulator first. That's how they do it nowadays, to get the AI up to speed quickly. There would not be much else up in their air at the time also, other than more enemy drones. Plus rules like don't detonate below a certain altitude etc... It would use multiple sensors to confirm it has identified the correct drone type. i.e. like AI vision, thermal heat signature, sound, speed, etc... I think they could get a pretty accurate indicator using multiple sensors. All sensors translate to data that can be handled by the AI engine.

[@JoeyBlogs007]

You an always add a human in the loop for visual confirmation as it approaches the target drone.

[@gamarsh1960]

@@JoeyBlogs007 you post intriguing perspectives...thank you.

[@chuckkottke]

It's true that the US has spent a lot to help Ukraine, 50 billion dollars is a significant amount of money, but we spend 1,640 billion every year on defense, we have a 21,000 billion dollar economy just for comparison, highlighting what 21 Trillion dollar looks like and how insignificant spending 50 billion dollars on Ukraine is by comparison. We, as a nation among free nations, should be sending more to Ukraine, as a matter of empathy for our fellow men and women fighting for freedom, and as a check on the spread of totalitarianism globally. Examples of free prosperous democratic republics right on the border of Russia will affect outcomes with Russia as well, since the people there will see by example what better options they have if they strive to change their country internally.

[@pamelacassise9069]

I feel putting billions helping a country stay a democracy, stay free, and stop Russia from expanding is worth every penny. We spent over $2.3 Trillion on the Afganistan war and lost American troops too, which is much more costly and for what? We have strengthened NATO tremendously and shown all other authoritarian regimes just how strong democratic countries are, how united, and how living with freedom is the most powerful and influential driving force in human beings. Money means nothing if you are not free, so we must back Ukraine more and send those evil regimes running away in fear.

[@johnhudson333]

Thank you for your service and excellent advice.

[@tonupharry]

Nato tanks and armour in storage while ukranians fight and die poorly equipped for us is a disgrace.

[@Blazedreptile]

They probs just wouldn't be able to use most of them let alone fuel them.

[@FXGreggan.]

People are welcomed there to fight, or with any halp you can provide - yes you too.

[@toma2667]

How much did you donate?

[@billgibbard9449]

More equipment and supplies are coming. More is in the pipeline. It takes time to give orders and move all this stuff. Ships are needed to get equipment and supplies across the Atlantic. With all the logistics involved that could take a couple of months. It could take months longer if orders have to be given to suppliers and stocks have to be manufactured. Logistics takes time.

[@tonupharry]

Billions were wasted on ppe and propping up banks, oil companies and politicians crashing the economy . But very little for a safer world and to save ukrainian lives

[@tomasinacovell4293]

Give them more than just that! Victory Ukrainia!

[@namoi45]

Thanks for the tip, General. I'll buy shares in the company too now.

[@andrewstrongman305]

M1's might be difficult to maintain, but they are probably the only modern Western tanks available in large numbers. They also have an engineer variant to recover any damaged or broken down vehicles. Repair facilities in Poland could be used to repair M1's sent back from Ukraine, just as Germany repairs and returns their Panzerhaubitze 2000's.

[@bradmodd7856]

they run on jet fuel not diesel, this is the main logistic problem, not repairs

[@andrewstrongman305]

@@bradmodd7856 That only means they would need additional supplies of jet fuel. Some of their T-80 variants run on turbine engines requiring the same fuel. Ukraine has pretty robust logistics so fuel wouldn't be that much of an issue. They also have an operational range of around 200 km's (off-road) before needing refuelling. The Leopard 2's off-road range is only 20 km more.

[@ballooningonmars4888]

@@andrewstrongman305 Good point. According to Wikipedia the range of a Leo 2A7 is 500kms. It did not occur to me that this would be the range on the autobahn...

[@jd190d]

@@bradmodd7856 No, the M1 can run on jet fuel, diesel ,gasoline and marine diesel. The engine can use any of them. I was a tanker on the M60 and we only used diesel. The M1's can use about any fuel. Look it up, you will see.

[@sdrammm696969]

God be with the Ukrainian soldiers, truly fighting for Freedom.🙏🏻

[@digital827111]

God is with Ukrainian nazis and he is exacting retribution.

[@Charlotte-vp2fu]

Ridiculous.

[@marshuswp3325]

Amen! Slava Ukraini from Canada!

[@Charlotte-vp2fu]

Yes!! Let Zelensky and his friends get away with the loot!!

[@Charlotte-vp2fu]

Why is everyone buying the "freedom" BS? It's ridiculous. Young men are actually DYING....

[@lewpearson9800]

Small drones can be used to deliver ordinance and also for recon. Perhaps 1 drone person per squad.

[@OleHippy]

Why did you cut off the interview?

[@TDC-ih8ct]

break the stalemate

[@Ugly_Peace]

Now the General is speaking

[@op7317]

Make NATO great again!👍🏻🤞💪🇺🇸🇬🇧🇪🇺🇺🇦

[@LeMerch]

Uk is an insignificant army

[@davedraycott5779]

@@LeMerchThe UK has supported Ukraine from day one unlike France and Germany who unfortunately have dragged their feet. France is finally stepping up to the plate as Macron abandons his policy of appeasement. The UK is one of only a few countries in NATO to spend more than the target 2% of GDP on defence prior to the war in Ukraine. They are second behind the US for the support they have delivered. Admittedly they are well behind but their GDP is also well behind the US. Also the UK has a nuclear deterrent quite handy given Putin’s threats.

[@RajeshGupta-hs1nx]

Where is the full interview? Why are just portions of interviews uploaded on this channel and not the whole interviews?

[@s1nb4d59]

Why was this interview cut off?either play the whole interview or not.

[@randyhergenrether6914]

Where are the Mig-29's that were going to be given to Ukraine thru Poland months ago? Maybe Ukraine will miraculously find the Migs on a rural airfield somewhere near to Kyiv in the next week or two?

[@buravan1512]

Thet were actually given to UA, they bombarded the SNAKE ISLAND 🏝️... After that, they never lasted another week in the sky.

[@gregfam6250]

What happened at the end? Just cut off abruptly!

[@necromancer6608]

USA promised to send Switchblade 600 and so many time have passed and where are these Switchblade 600?!!!!!!🤬 These drones is very needed to counter russian artillery!

[@georgewilkie3580]

I had the good fortune to meet General Petraeus when he addressed US ARMY RANGER SCHOOL GRADUATES at their Graduation ceremonies. I'm proud to say that my Son graduated alongside the General's Son. I am also a US ARMY combat Veteran (505th PIR 82nd Airborne Division). I was in awe of Gen. Petraeus's Military and educational background. I was amazed to find out that the General actually has two PhD Doctorates as well as a slew of other Academic honors. The Gen. has also been in heavy combat and has been decorated for his actions under fire. Allow me to also add the General's humility and approachabilty was also quite impressive. Though I was not of Officers Rank (I was a Staff Sergeant E/6), the General treated me with respect and as a true Brother In Arms. As I remember this Warrior General, I often find myself wishing that maybe someday he may consider running for High political office. As General Petraeus was an Outstanding Military Leader, I am certain that he would also be an exceptional political Leader. All I can say is, Thank God our great American Nation has superior men, such as General David Petraeus.

[@americanpatriot4227]

Sua Sponte

[@ttrestle]

He’s really been great thru this whole conflict

[@RatTerminator]

Of course

[@kathleenaustin327]

Thank you for your service!!! Russia must be stopped by all means possible!!! I pray for all the Ukraine people for a end to this senseless war!!!🇺🇦🙏👍💪

[@LegendaryInfortainment]

I could listen to the sweet lullaby of General Petraeus' analysis of current opportunities prevailing in Ukraine for any duration, he is one very fine officer indeed and speaks the purest of simple reason.Though I was a swabbie, I'd certainly follow his lead if needed, commanded or not. Many thanks.

[@rusudandatukashvili454]

Thank you General!

[@VirrealWorld]

It's always nice to hear from an American General that did NOT try to overthrow our democratic governance.

[@knietiefimdispo2458]

Your audio technician had ONE job.

[@billgibbard9449]

Apparently not.

[@2412Bec]

Nice to hear proper reasoning for each item on the shopping list !, Thanks

[@asmeekens2942]

Good job!

[@eaglesnest1940]

I watch colonel Douglas McGregor channel who has been in the battle Field as a tank commander . Also Scott Ritter channel is great informative viewing you don't see this on MSM.

[@billreal76]

GREAT interview!

[@Bikeaddict4235]

Note to wet politicians “Give the Ukrainians what they need and do it now !)

[@mensamlucerna4220]

As far as anti drone defense goes Norway has just developed a cheap Kamikaze drone that can attack and knock down enemy drones like a heat seeking rocket, meaning it doesn't need to be operated by a person, it's also fairly cheap since it's built with stock parts that are the same as in mass produced civilian drones. It's called Svale, the Norwegian word for the bird Swallow.

[@Moredread25]

Nice cut at the end there.

[@gherkamum]

Thanks USA....🇺🇦

[@dessmith7658]

That's what it's all about

[@raimobrunning3657]

🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 ⚡✌️✌️

[@shadrackapa9005]

I agree with you general, drones played many many important tasks or roles in front lines just need few modifications to electronic warfare's and maybe much cheaper than supplying tanks and amoured vehicles

[@laurabissonette7588]

Give them whatever might help.

[@Jimmy-B-]

How about a fair share of the Oligarchs assets amongst us!

[@hazelwray4184]

US Oligarchs

[@johntait491]

C'mon Germany. Supply those Leopard tanks ASAP. Even Zelensky has asked the German Parliament to step up, "so you will not be ashamed of yourselves after this war". 😏

[@timmardon6161]

Why no one talks about Lend Lease??

[@user-rx6lg5nd4o]

What with lend lease?

[@gardinerdash1742]

I love this man

[@nyerling5723]

This General has never been in a battle that didn’t end without a good luncheon at a 5 star restaurant.

[@huubvelthuis8988]

Letsgo Allies! greetings from the Netherlands. Thank you General Petraeus! Slava Ukraine!

[@smurfhits5688]

Too bad you don't show pictures I want to know what is a counter drone

[@heater5979]

The M1 Abrams Tank is "a very capable tank" It's just that when there is an actual war on it can't be used. But it's very capable otherwise. No really, honest. Seems to me this war has shown up a lot of expensive, high technology, weapons that are very capable but cannot be used in an actual war.

[@epincion]

The M1 can be used but it must be with the full panoply of backup needed and thats a huge costly logistical operation and so in reality it can only be used if the US itself is in the war. Its very much a weapon system of a superpower.

[@user-yp9nz6bs9q]

@@epincion If NATO is attacked the US will be at war.

[@dessmith7658]

Bye bye miss American pie

[@heater5979]

@@epincion I understand that. So in short, for "reasons" it cannot be used. Brilliant. I wonder where the M1 could be used. Perhaps if Canada invades the USA?

[@ag3nt_green]

Seems that way when you lack understanding of how much support and training goes into fielding these weapons platforms. The US military has the support structures in place to field these systems, Ukraine does not. Modern warfare is much more complex than "give them these weapons and they win." It took years for the infrastructure, systems and personnel to be trained to field and maintain these systems. The Abrams is already a battle proven system that has been used in war on multiple occasions and proven its worth a thousand times over but that doesn't mean you cna just hand it over to a military with zero familiarity with its use, no personnel trained on it, logistical systems to support it. This isn't an rts video game where you pump out units and swarm.

[@SteveJones-gz4vd]

Adding Fuel to the fire of war

[@heinedenmark]

Okay hippie

[@SteveJones-gz4vd]

@@heinedenmark hundreds of thousands dead on either side , go check yourself fella

[@heinedenmark]

@@SteveJones-gz4vd Russia can just go home. Should we just hand over Ukraine to Russia. What will then stop Russia to go future. Grow a brain..

[@SteveJones-gz4vd]

@@heinedenmark Nuclear war is the end game here, and I don't support either Russia or Ukraine, they are 2 sides of the same coin, Supporting Ukranian Nazis is never a good Idea

[@heinedenmark]

@@SteveJones-gz4vd And Russia won't use nukes.. Stop doing drugs

[@chobson8602]

stop war we need diplomacy

[@jacqdanieles]

Tell pootin to withdraw. Problem solved.