Will Javelins and Stingers Prevent a New War in Ukraine? [COMMENTARY]
The US administration is considering sending military advisers and major quantities of extra armament and equipment to Ukraine, in the light of the growing threat of new Russian aggression. The equipment list options include mortars, ammunition, and Javelin ATGMs, or Stinger MANPADS. Kyiv is also being viewed as a potential recipient of equipment procured by the US government to meet the needs of the Afghan army. This equipment includes Mi-17 helicopters, some of which are currently being overhauled in Zaporizhzhia. Biden's administration is aware of the fact that these steps may worsen U...