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УКРАИНА НАКОНЕЦ ПОЛУЧИТ 840 РАКЕТ ERAM. ВОЕННАЯ ЭКОНОМИКА РФ ПОД УДАРОМ /№1181/ Юрий Швец

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Юрий Швец argues that Ukraine is on the verge of receiving a major upgrade to its air and missile capabilities—specifically long-range ERAM-style air-launched missiles—while Russia’s ability to sustain its war effort is potentially weakening under economic and logistical pressure from Ukraine and anticipated US sanctions.

1) Ukraine’s Forthcoming Long-Range Missile Capability (“840 missiles”)

Deterrence, not just air defense

Shvets frames Zelensky’s US request as not only about protecting Ukrainian skies (e.g., interceptors for Patriot), but also about deterrence—enabling Ukraine to carry out long-distance missile strikes in retaliation.

US approval and missile variants

He focuses on the US approval to supply Ukraine with IRM (long-range air-to-air/air-to-ground) missiles and discusses two missile variants associated with:

  • Zone 5 Technologies (AGM-188A “Ry Der” mentioned in subtitles; Shvets also references a renamed variant)
  • GoSP (missile referred to by a specialist acronym/name)

Shvets claims:

  • The US approved up to 3,350 IRM missiles in total.
  • Serial deliveries are expected to begin around October 2026.

The key near-term milestone: 840 missiles

According to him, the most important near-term milestone is:

  • A first large batch of 840 missiles planned for end of October 2026
  • Potential arrival in Ukraine by winter

Supporting (but disputed) linkage claims

He adds supporting information that he describes as disputed:

  • Russian-source claims reportedly link missile debris to AGM-188A (“Ry Der”), with GPS jamming hardware mentioned.
  • Shvets emphasizes that neither the Pentagon nor Ukrainian authorities confirmed this linkage, while production continues without reported issues.

Strategic significance (as presented)

He argues the missiles could matter strategically because:

  • If integrated with NATO-style targeting/command systems, they could force Russian long-range bomber launch points (e.g., Tu-95/Tu-160 class aircraft) to shift much farther away.
  • The missiles might also be used against ground targets—such as air-launched strikes on bomber bases—complicating Russian logistics and sortie planning.
  • Deterrence logic: Russia may reconsider strikes on populated areas if Ukraine can credibly threaten retaliation farther inside Russian-held operational space (potentially including major cities).

2) US Stockpile and Procurement Pressure: Startups vs. Traditional Defense Industry

Shvets cites a Washington-focused report/CSIS investigation claiming US interceptor and missile stockpiles have fallen sharply (figures are referenced in the subtitles).

He argues this creates urgency for US policy and procurement—described as forcing the Pentagon to test a “new large-scale strategy” under shortages.

Pentagon meeting with “startup” ecosystem

He claims a closed Pentagon meeting involved Defense Minister “Hexett” (as spelled in subtitles) bringing together Silicon Valley/AI-linked defense-related startups, rather than traditional legacy contractors.

Companies mentioned include:

  • Shield AI
  • Anduril
  • GoSP (IRM-related supplier)
  • Constellation (low-cost munitions)

Core claim

Shvets’ broader assertion is that US strategy aims to scale weapons faster by leveraging startups—but the central question is whether they can:

  • produce at high volume, and
  • maintain the required levels of secrecy and state security compliance.

3) Ukrainian Internal Conflict as “Control / Monopolization” of the Defense Industrial Base

Shvets connects Ukraine’s dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov (referenced via interviews) to what he describes as a deeper structural conflict:

  • a “struggle for control” over Ukraine’s emerging defense-industrial complex
  • privatization and monopolization of wartime production and influence

He contrasts this with what he claims the US is doing—expanding startups and competition to speed procurement—arguing Ukraine’s direction may be moving in a more monopolistic direction, potentially against US interests and potentially harming Ukraine’s effectiveness.

4) “Surovikin Concept” and Possible Russian Escalation / Mobilization Signals (Commentary / Speculation)

Shvets discusses claims (citing retired Col. Douglas Macgregor in subtitles) that Russia may return to a “Surovikin” style approach—large combined-arms operations, potentially including massive offensive actions and renewed emphasis on aerospace forces.

He also mentions:

  • Reports of improved Russian tank survivability tactics against Ukrainian drones (including an alleged case where a tank column survived far longer than prior expectations).
  • Rumors/claims about preparations for Russian mobilization ahead of elections, suggesting mobilization pressure could intensify even if officials deny it.

5) Economic Pressure on Russia: Sanctions Risk + Targeting Logistics / Retail Infrastructure (CNBC-Based Argument)

Shvets cites a CNBC piece and analysts’ views, arguing Ukraine has found a “new lever of pressure” on Russia’s military economy.

Economic sanctions and financial exposure

Core points include:

  • Proposed/expected US sanctions—especially targeting the energy sector and broader financial exposure—could worsen Russia’s economic outlook.
  • Defense production is described as vulnerable if industrial output and economic growth stall.

Drone/strike impact on logistics and business ecosystem

The video claims Ukraine’s drone/strike campaigns affect Russia’s logistics and commercial ecosystem by targeting:

  • Wildberries-type retail/distribution infrastructure

This is framed as disruption of supply chains and “dual-use” functions rather than “non-military” civilian industry.

It also claims such strikes increase burdens on:

  • banks and the state (due to rebuilding/support costs)

Reduced funds for weapons production (as claimed)

The video further claims these strikes can:

  • reduce available funds for Russian weapons production by forcing expenditures on recovery, while increasing strains on suppliers and medium/small businesses.

Presenters / Contributors (As Mentioned)

  • Юрий Швец (host/narrator)
  • Владимир Зеленский (Zelensky) (mentioned)
  • Дональд Трамп (Trump) (mentioned)
  • Пентагон / US Air Force officials (mentioned as sources of tests/production claims)
  • CSIS (Center for Strategic and International Studies) (cited)
  • Aterson Institute for International Economics / Elina Ribikova (mentioned/cited)
  • Natalia Kovaleva (mentioned/cited; “Chatomchaos” in subtitles)
  • CNBC (mentioned/cited)
  • Douglas Macgregor (mentioned/cited)
  • Marshal Agarkov / General Surovikin (mentioned in historical/strategic context)
  • Fedorov (Ukrainian Defense Minister; mentioned)
  • Shield AI, Anduril, GoSP, Constellation (mentioned companies)

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