“It was a harsh, sleepless night,” the Ukrainian Duce complained

[Juin]

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The roof over Kyiv appears to be full of holes. From the Inferno on the ground it does not appear the bouquet of drones intended for Kyiv, courtesy of Mr Vladimir Putin, Moscow's eminent florist, had any difficulties finding its mark. Hence the complaints from the Duce about "harsh, sleepless" nights.

Why Zelensky should be asleep when Mr Vladimir visits, beats me. And Mr Vladimir has such a big heart! His last bouquet to the Duce was huge! 539 drones and 11 missiles in all. A bouquet fit for a Duce. Only problem is the Duce would prefer Mr Vladimir is less generous with his drones and iskanders, especially given that the Duce is out of Patriots. But Mr Vladimir refuses to take take no for an answer. In his heart of hearts Mr Vladimir truly believes Zelensky loves his drones and iskanders, and so insists on plying him with them. Even on July 4th. Especially July 4th.

Why should the Ukraine be celebrating July 4th? Well, the Ukraine is a piece of real estate in search of a Title Holder. The only condition is that a prospective Title Holder be powerful enough to keep the Ukraine from Mr Vladimir's prying hands. And also that a Title Holder does not resell Ukraine to Mr Vladimir. Nato has an offer on the table but is afraid of Mr Vladimir. The Eu is eager but lacks in the brute force department. The point being a Title Holder must have enough muscle to keep Mr Vladimir at bay.

That leaves the United States as contender. Make Ukraine the 51st State. The support is there if the glee of the pro Kyiv side of DP is any indication. There's little time to waste. Zelensky still has to be sworn in as citizen; win nomination as candidate for President for the Democratic Party; come January 20th 2029 to be sworn in as the 48th President of the United States of America! This should have the pro Kyiv side of the aisle drooling. Ladies and gentlemen, the 48th President of the United States of America, Canada and Ukraine! A combination Winston Churchill, George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

1 Since Senile Joe never charged a centavo for the Patriots it was all free to Ukraine; whose gunners must have been excessive in the volleys they released anytime even a bird as much as strays towards Kyiv from Moscow.

2 Or they served a much more profitable as Oligarch makers on the black market

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid

Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.

www.bbc.com

 

[Hari Seldon]

Too bad the fascist **** putin didn't fall out of a window. I know you would be so disappointed if your favorite leader died.

 

[Rogue Valley]

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

What happened to the Patriots he asks. You know @Juin has never been in the military. He's an "armchair warrior".

Each Patriot battery is equipped with 4 Patriot missiles. These 4 Patriot missiles can be fired at 4 independent targets.

However, Trump never authorized any new Patriot missiles for Ukraine. There exists a Biden shipment sitting in Poland, but Trump won't allow those to enter Ukraine.

Every day Russia/Puitin targets Ukraine with hundreds of drones and cruise missiles. Without re-supply, the Patriot batteries are useless. Last night for example.....

Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia under fire: University, homes and military offices hit in new attack (photos, video)

Read more

newsukraine.rbc.ua

Russia celebrates US stopping Ukraine weapons shipments

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the decision meant the war in Ukraine would end sooner.

www.newsweek.com

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness

The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[soap box]

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The roof over Kyiv appears to be full of holes. From the Inferno on the ground it does not appear the bouquet of drones intended for Kyiv, courtesy of Mr Vladimir Putin, Moscow's eminent florist, had any difficulties finding its mark. Hence the complaints from the Duce about "harsh, sleepless" nights.

Why Zelensky should be asleep when Mr Vladimir visits, beats me. And Mr Vladimir has such a big heart! His last bouquet to the Duce was huge! 539 drones and 11 missiles in all. A bouquet fit for a Duce. Only problem is the Duce would prefer Mr Vladimir is less generous with his drones and iskanders, especially given that the Duce is out of Patriots. But Mr Vladimir refuses to take take no for an answer. In his heart of hearts Mr Vladimir truly believes Zelensky loves his drones and iskanders, and so insists on plying him with them. Even on July 4th. Especially July 4th.

Why should the Ukraine be celebrating July 4th? Well, the Ukraine is a piece of real estate in search of a Title Holder. The only condition is that a prospective Title Holder be powerful enough to keep the Ukraine from Mr Vladimir's prying hands. And also that a Title Holder does not resell Ukraine to Mr Vladimir. Nato has an offer on the table but is afraid of Mr Vladimir. The Eu is eager but lacks in the brute force department. The point being a Title Holder must have enough muscle to keep Mr Vladimir at bay.

That leaves the United States as contender. Make Ukraine the 51st State. The support is there if the glee of the pro Kyiv side of DP is any indication. There's little time to waste. Zelensky still has to be sworn in as citizen; win nomination as candidate for President for the Democratic Party; come January 20th 2029 to be sworn in as the 48th President of the United States of America! This should have the pro Kyiv side of the aisle drooling. Ladies and gentlemen, the 48th President of the United States of America, Canada and Ukraine! A combination Winston Churchill, George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

1 Since Senile Joe never charged a centavo for the Patriots it was all free to Ukraine; whose gunners must have been excessive in the volleys they released anytime even a bird as much as strays towards Kyiv from Moscow.

2 Or they served a much more profitable as Oligarch makers on the black market

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid

Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.

www.bbc.com

You're not ashamed of celebrating wanton death and destruction.

 

[ataraxia]

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The roof over Kyiv appears to be full of holes. From the Inferno on the ground it does not appear the bouquet of drones intended for Kyiv, courtesy of Mr Vladimir Putin, Moscow's eminent florist, had any difficulties finding its mark. Hence the complaints from the Duce about "harsh, sleepless" nights.

Why Zelensky should be asleep when Mr Vladimir visits, beats me. And Mr Vladimir has such a big heart! His last bouquet to the Duce was huge! 539 drones and 11 missiles in all. A bouquet fit for a Duce. Only problem is the Duce would prefer Mr Vladimir is less generous with his drones and iskanders, especially given that the Duce is out of Patriots. But Mr Vladimir refuses to take take no for an answer. In his heart of hearts Mr Vladimir truly believes Zelensky loves his drones and iskanders, and so insists on plying him with them. Even on July 4th. Especially July 4th.

Why should the Ukraine be celebrating July 4th? Well, the Ukraine is a piece of real estate in search of a Title Holder. The only condition is that a prospective Title Holder be powerful enough to keep the Ukraine from Mr Vladimir's prying hands. And also that a Title Holder does not resell Ukraine to Mr Vladimir. Nato has an offer on the table but is afraid of Mr Vladimir. The Eu is eager but lacks in the brute force department. The point being a Title Holder must have enough muscle to keep Mr Vladimir at bay.

That leaves the United States as contender. Make Ukraine the 51st State. The support is there if the glee of the pro Kyiv side of DP is any indication. There's little time to waste. Zelensky still has to be sworn in as citizen; win nomination as candidate for President for the Democratic Party; come January 20th 2029 to be sworn in as the 48th President of the United States of America! This should have the pro Kyiv side of the aisle drooling. Ladies and gentlemen, the 48th President of the United States of America, Canada and Ukraine! A combination Winston Churchill, George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

1 Since Senile Joe never charged a centavo for the Patriots it was all free to Ukraine; whose gunners must have been excessive in the volleys they released anytime even a bird as much as strays towards Kyiv from Moscow.

2 Or they served a much more profitable as Oligarch makers on the black market

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid

Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.

www.bbc.com

Putin is terrorizing civilians and orphaning lots of young children. Darn you, Joe Biden! /s

 

[pedex]

What happened to the Patriots he asks. You know @Juin has never been in the military. He's an "armchair warrior".

Each Patriot battery is equipped with 4 Patriot missiles. These 4 Patriot missiles can be fired at 4 independent targets.

However, Trump never authorized any new Patriot missiles for Ukraine. There exists a Biden shipment sitting in Poland, but Trump won't allow those to enter Ukraine.

Every day Russia/Puitin targets Ukraine with hundreds of drones and cruise missiles. Without re-supply, the Patriot batteries are useless. Last night for example.....

Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia under fire: University, homes and military offices hit in new attack (photos, video)

Read more

newsukraine.rbc.ua

Russia celebrates US stopping Ukraine weapons shipments

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the decision meant the war in Ukraine would end sooner.

www.newsweek.com

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness

The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

www.nbcnews.com

Plus Russia has been destroying them causing them to run out. Plus they typically fire more than 1 at each incoming target. Huge unsustainable financial loss. Israel is experiencing same issue.

 

[Rogue Valley]

Plus Russia has been destroying them causing them to run out. Plus they typically fire more than 1 at each incoming target. Huge unsustainable financial loss. Israel is experiencing same issue.

You misunderstand. Ukraine has no "Iron Dome" or "Iron Arrow" systems to augument the US Patriots.

Russia is saturating Ukraine's airspace every night with drones, cruise missiles, and hypersonic missiles.

There are not enough Patriot batteries/missiles in Ukraine to protect the largest cities of Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odesa, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, and theater important population-centers such as Sumy, Kherson, and Mykolaiv.

Derfending all is impossible when your most powerful military patron - the US - refuses to replace spent Patriot missiles. Due to its war with Iran, Israel says it cannot spare any Patriot missiles.

 

[pedex]

You misunderstand. Ukraine has no "Iron Dome" or "Iron Arrow" systems to augument the US Patriots.

Russia is saturating Ukraine's airspace every night with drones, cruise missiles, and hypersonic missiles.

There are not enough Patriot batteries/missiles in Ukraine to protect the largest cities of Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odesa, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, and theater important population-centers such as Sumy, Kherson, and Mykolaiv.

Derfending all is impossible when your most powerful military patron - the US - refuses to replace spent Patriot missiles. Due to its war with Iran, Israel says it cannot spare any Patriot missiles.

We cannot supply Ukraine with enough patriot missiles period. Russia is out producing our ability to intercept everything. And Russia is also destroying stockpiles of everything on the ground including missiles and drones. Russia is outproducing NATO almost all across the board with all weapons being used in the Ukraine war.

 

[JANFU]

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The roof over Kyiv appears to be full of holes. From the Inferno on the ground it does not appear the bouquet of drones intended for Kyiv, courtesy of Mr Vladimir Putin, Moscow's eminent florist, had any difficulties finding its mark. Hence the complaints from the Duce about "harsh, sleepless" nights.

Why Zelensky should be asleep when Mr Vladimir visits, beats me. And Mr Vladimir has such a big heart! His last bouquet to the Duce was huge! 539 drones and 11 missiles in all. A bouquet fit for a Duce. Only problem is the Duce would prefer Mr Vladimir is less generous with his drones and iskanders, especially given that the Duce is out of Patriots. But Mr Vladimir refuses to take take no for an answer. In his heart of hearts Mr Vladimir truly believes Zelensky loves his drones and iskanders, and so insists on plying him with them. Even on July 4th. Especially July 4th.

Why should the Ukraine be celebrating July 4th? Well, the Ukraine is a piece of real estate in search of a Title Holder. The only condition is that a prospective Title Holder be powerful enough to keep the Ukraine from Mr Vladimir's prying hands. And also that a Title Holder does not resell Ukraine to Mr Vladimir. Nato has an offer on the table but is afraid of Mr Vladimir. The Eu is eager but lacks in the brute force department. The point being a Title Holder must have enough muscle to keep Mr Vladimir at bay.

That leaves the United States as contender. Make Ukraine the 51st State. The support is there if the glee of the pro Kyiv side of DP is any indication. There's little time to waste. Zelensky still has to be sworn in as citizen; win nomination as candidate for President for the Democratic Party; come January 20th 2029 to be sworn in as the 48th President of the United States of America! This should have the pro Kyiv side of the aisle drooling. Ladies and gentlemen, the 48th President of the United States of America, Canada and Ukraine! A combination Winston Churchill, George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

1 Since Senile Joe never charged a centavo for the Patriots it was all free to Ukraine; whose gunners must have been excessive in the volleys they released anytime even a bird as much as strays towards Kyiv from Moscow.

2 Or they served a much more profitable as Oligarch makers on the black market

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid

Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.

www.bbc.com

This is what you celebrate.

 

[Roadvirus]

“It was a harsh, sleepless night,” the Ukrainian Duce complained​

You lack of compassion about civilians being slaughtered by their malignant cancer of a neighbor is disgusting.

 

[iguanaman]

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The roof over Kyiv appears to be full of holes. From the Inferno on the ground it does not appear the bouquet of drones intended for Kyiv, courtesy of Mr Vladimir Putin, Moscow's eminent florist, had any difficulties finding its mark. Hence the complaints from the Duce about "harsh, sleepless" nights.

Why Zelensky should be asleep when Mr Vladimir visits, beats me. And Mr Vladimir has such a big heart! His last bouquet to the Duce was huge! 539 drones and 11 missiles in all. A bouquet fit for a Duce. Only problem is the Duce would prefer Mr Vladimir is less generous with his drones and iskanders, especially given that the Duce is out of Patriots. But Mr Vladimir refuses to take take no for an answer. In his heart of hearts Mr Vladimir truly believes Zelensky loves his drones and iskanders, and so insists on plying him with them. Even on July 4th. Especially July 4th.

Why should the Ukraine be celebrating July 4th? Well, the Ukraine is a piece of real estate in search of a Title Holder. The only condition is that a prospective Title Holder be powerful enough to keep the Ukraine from Mr Vladimir's prying hands. And also that a Title Holder does not resell Ukraine to Mr Vladimir. Nato has an offer on the table but is afraid of Mr Vladimir. The Eu is eager but lacks in the brute force department. The point being a Title Holder must have enough muscle to keep Mr Vladimir at bay.

That leaves the United States as contender. Make Ukraine the 51st State. The support is there if the glee of the pro Kyiv side of DP is any indication. There's little time to waste. Zelensky still has to be sworn in as citizen; win nomination as candidate for President for the Democratic Party; come January 20th 2029 to be sworn in as the 48th President of the United States of America! This should have the pro Kyiv side of the aisle drooling. Ladies and gentlemen, the 48th President of the United States of America, Canada and Ukraine! A combination Winston Churchill, George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

But I digress. What happened to Kyiv’s air defense systems? Joe Biden sent enough Patriots to keep ensure Zelensky quiet, peaceful night for years, what happened to the Patriots?

1 Since Senile Joe never charged a centavo for the Patriots it was all free to Ukraine; whose gunners must have been excessive in the volleys they released anytime even a bird as much as strays towards Kyiv from Moscow.

2 Or they served a much more profitable as Oligarch makers on the black market

Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump's truce bid

Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says.

www.bbc.com

You must really be a Russian. Rejoicing the murders of innocent women and children is a Russian thing. That is one of the reasons that they must be exterminated like the vermin they are. Putin is helping that along nicely too. You deserve place in the coming War Crimes tribunals. Everyone responsible for these atrocities will pay dearly....if they are not already dead. This is one of my favorite Wikipedia pages...

List of Russian generals killed during the Russian invasion of Ukraine​

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Russian_generals_killed_during_the_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine

 

[pedex]

You must really be a Russian. Rejoicing the murders of innocent women and children is a Russian thing. That is one of the reasons that they must be exterminated like the vermin they are. Putin is helping that along nicely too. You deserve place in the coming War Crimes tribunals. Everyone responsible for these atrocities will pay dearly....if they are not already dead. This is one of my favorite Wikipedia pages...

List of Russian generals killed during the Russian invasion of Ukraine​

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Russian_generals_killed_during_the_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine

You an American? We have an awful lot of blood on our hands. Own it.

 

[iguanaman]

You an American? We have an awful lot of blood on our hands. Own it.

Like I said exterminating vermin is a dirty but necessary job. When your country is invaded by vermin what else can you do? Ukraine did it's best to warn them but they just keep coming.

 

[Roadvirus]

You must really be a Russian. Rejoicing the murders of innocent women and children is a Russian thing. That is one of the reasons that they must be exterminated like the vermin they are. Putin is helping that along nicely too. You deserve place in the coming War Crimes tribunals. Everyone responsible for these atrocities will pay dearly....if they are not already dead. This is one of my favorite Wikipedia pages...

List of Russian generals killed during the Russian invasion of Ukraine​

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Russian_generals_killed_during_the_Russian_invasion_of_Ukraine

Russia's lost more high-up military brass in 3 years then we have in all wars starting with WWII.

 

[pedex]

Like I said exterminating vermin is a dirty but necessary job. When your country is invaded by vermin what else can you do? Ukraine did it's best to warn them but they just keep coming.

Exterminate yourself.

 

[Rogue Valley]

We cannot supply Ukraine with enough patriot missiles period.

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness

The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

www.nbcnews.com

Put your thinking cap on and read it.

 

[pedex]

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness

The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

www.nbcnews.com

Put your thinking cap on and read it.

One more time for clarity. Halt or not the US is incapable of keeping with demand for patriot missiles. Period. Ukraine air defense has been permanently compromised. Russia is throwing way more air assaults at targets than anyone could even pretend to stop. War of attrition something the US does not understand.

 

[Rogue Valley]

One more time for clarity. Halt or not the US is incapable of keeping with demand for patriot missiles. Period. Ukraine air defense has been permanently compromised. Russia is throwing way more air assaults at targets than anyone could even pretend to stop. War of attrition something the US does not understand.

One more time for better clarity. US weapons for Ukraine (unspecified) were already in Poland when Trump ordered the halt.

And you can also chew on this.....

Donald Trump sending more weapons to Ukraine: What we know

President Donald Trump has said the United States will send more weapons to Ukraine, just days after Washington turned off the tap of some military aid to Kyiv.

www.newsweek.com

Looks like Donnie is getting fed up with Vladimir's intransigence.

And Trump's just passed OBB includes $157 billion for Defense spending. Drones and Patriots are at the top of the spending list.

 

[pedex]

Again so what. Send all the patriots you have. They will be chewed up or destroyed very quickly and Russia is going to keep going. They will not stop the massive damage Russia is inflicting.

And then there's Israel who got touched by Iran much to everyone's surprise. Bet they are more important to our foreign policy idiots than our proxy war we're losing against Russia.

 

[Rogue Valley]

Again so what.

So your complaint is BS that's what. Try another tack.

If you want to discuss Israel, there is an entire forum dedicated to such discussions.

 

[pedex]

So your complaint is BS that's what. Try another tack.

If you want to discuss Israel, there is an entire forum dedicated to such discussions.

It's not a complaint. Just the facts of what's going on.

 

[Rogue Valley]

It's not a complaint. Just the facts of what's going on.

The facts are, there was never a shortage of US Patriot missiles in Pentagon stocks.

That was a Hegseth fabrication (to justify a stoppage of US weapons to Ukraine)

 

[pedex]

The facts are, there was never a shortage of US Patriot missiles in Pentagon stocks.

That was a Hegseth fabrication (to justify a stoppage of US weapons to Ukraine)

U.S. Army Quadruples Patriot Missile Procurements For $40 Billion: Arsenal Faces Growing Strain

The U.S. Army has confirmed plans for a fourfold increase in procurements of Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) surface-to-air

militarywatchmagazine.com

Ukraine's Patriot demand is showing the US Army that it needs to be stockpiling interceptor missiles

The American-made Patriot surface-to-air missile system has been a workhorse for Kyiv in defending against Russian attacks.

www.businessinsider.com

https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-japan-patriot-missile-production-plan-hits-boeing-component-roadblock-2024-07-20/

US only has 25% of all Patriot missile interceptors needed for Pentagon’s military plans

Exclusive: Low stockpiles for the crucial Patriot missile interceptors led to Trump administration pausing transfers to Ukraine

www.theguardian.com

uh huh

 

[Rogue Valley]

Hegseth halted weapons for Ukraine despite military analysis that the aid wouldn’t jeopardize U.S. readiness

The move blindsided the State Department, Ukraine, European allies and members of Congress, who demanded an explanation from the Pentagon.

www.nbcnews.com

7.4.25
The Defense Department held up a shipment of U.S. weapons for Ukraine this week over what officials said were concerns about its low stockpiles. But an analysis by senior military officers found that the aid package would not jeopardize the American military’s own ammunition supplies, according to three U.S. officials. The move to halt the weapons shipment blindsided the State Department, members of Congress, officials in Kyiv and European allies, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the matter. Critics of the decision included Republicans and Democrats who support aiding Ukraine’s fight against Russia. A leading House Democrat, Adam Smith of Washington, said it was disingenuous of the Pentagon to use military readiness to justify halting aid when the real reason appears to be simply to pursue an agenda of cutting off American aid to Ukraine.

“We are not at any lower point, stockpile-wise, than we’ve been in the 3½ years of the Ukraine conflict,” Smith, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, told NBC News. Smith said that his staff has “seen the numbers” and, without going into detail, that there was no indication of a shortage that would justify suspending aid to Ukraine.

It was a ruse to justify shutting down weapon shipments to Ukraine. But the backlash was severe. Hence.....

Donald Trump sending more weapons to Ukraine: What we know

President Donald Trump has said the United States will send more weapons to Ukraine, just days after Washington turned off the tap of some military aid to Kyiv.

www.newsweek.com

 

[pedex]

unnamed senior military officers

now look at production numbers and divide by two or three cause for every incoming aerial object they typically fire two or three missiles

now look at the number of things Russia is shooting at Ukraine.............more than 500 per day going on for well over a week now and there's been no let up

we cannot send enough to Ukraine, period