US Involvement in Ukraine's Operations: Wiesbaden’s Hidden Arsenal
Ukraine's rumored covert asset is said to be stationed in Wiesbaden
Chill with me, mate! Let's dive into the juicy gossip swirling around Wiesbaden, shall we? Rumors are rampant about the US's involvement in target planning for Ukrainian counterattacks on the Russian army. But, as always, it's a tangled web (just like my cat's favorite yarn ball).
Take it from former Ukrainian army chief, Saluschnyj, who's alluding to Wiesbaden as a secret weapon in his military operations. Why, you ask? Well, it's home to a military aid center for Ukraine - quite the swanky setup in the headquarters of the US European Command, founded post-Russian attack in 2022.
Later on, according to Saluschnyi, the plan was hatched to launch an operational headquarters with partners. Their mission was to analyze Ukrainian armed forces' planned operations and tailor them to NATO standards. Military exercises ensued, and needs were transmitted to Washington and European capitals.
So, what's the tea on this whole shebang?Well, investigations by the "New York Times" suggest that American involvement in the war has been more intense than initially assumed. The newspaper reported that the US and Ukraine have collaborated on a comprehensive combat strategy and have even shared precise target information with Ukrainian soldiers on the ground.
Yikes! Such actions would make the US a party to the war, a contentious topic indeed. Saluschnyi didn't confirm the accuracy of these reports, but did reinforce the impression of a deeper US involvement in the war.
Now, calm down, cowboy. Former NATO General Erhard Bühler recently hopped on the MDR podcast "What to do, Herr General?" and had this to say: "Training and advice are always legit, mate." He stated that the US, like all supporting states, trains the Ukrainians in weapon usage, target planning, and operational strategy. However, only those actively involved in target combat become a party to the war, and that's not on the cards for the US, he claimed.
Since late 2024, NATO has been in charge of coordinating weapons deliveries and training activities for the Ukrainian armed forces in Wiesbaden, replacing the US armed forces in this role.
So, there you have it, mate! The cat's out of the bag, but it's still all speculation. Keep an eye on the news, and we'll see what unfolds in this epic battle of he-said-she-said.
Research Corner:
Here's a sneaky peek at the skinny behind US involvement in the Ukraine conflict:
- Military Aid and Support: The US has been pumping substantially more than merely spring water into Ukraine's military operations, including weapons and training - much-needed resources for counterattacks against Russian forces.
- Diplomatic Efforts: The US has been mighty involved in diplomatic efforts, including negotiating ceasefire agreements, through pressure and sanctions, though Russia hasn't exactly bowed down to the pressure.
- Strategic Coordination: While the US provides invaluable military assistance, there's no concrete evidence of their direct involvement in the specific operational planning of Ukrainian counterattacks. However, they likely share strategic insights and intelligence with Ukraine, indirectly influencing their military planning.
- International Pressure: The US is gunning for Russia with economic sanctions and strategic pressure aiming to support Ukraine's military efforts indirectly.
There you have it - the scoop on the US's alleged involvement in Ukraine's operations. It's a tangled web, but we'll keep our eyes and ears open for more developments!
- The community policy and employment policy of the US military in Wiesbaden involve the provision of training, weapon usage, target planning, and operational strategy to Ukrainian armed forces, as per the advice of former NATO General Erhard Bühler.
- Analyzes of Ukrainian armed forces' planned operations, tailored to NATO standards, were part of the mission of the operational headquarters established with partners, according to former Ukrainian army chief Saluschnyj.
- The New York Times reported that the US and Ukraine have cooperated on a comprehensive combat strategy and shared precise target information with Ukrainian soldiers, which, if true, could make the US a party to the war in Ukraine.