Maybe he knew something we didn't. A threat even. And maybe that was enough for Putin to hold out, with only the losses that have been, until a friendlier US president was installed.

[–] Badeendje@lemmy.world 15 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

If Putin now escalates it will be difficult for Trump... This moment there is little risk worth escalation management.

[–] comador@lemmy.world 11 points 2 weeks ago

Exactly this, it's a snub to the incoming Trump administration.

[–] Valmond@lemmy.world 12 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

For what I have understood, the USA must also be OK with it or it won't happen.

Anyone knows better?

I mean GB said use it as you like a while ago already.

[–] halcyoncmdr@lemmy.world 17 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

The US also approved the same expansion of use

[–] Valmond@lemmy.world 7 points 2 weeks ago

Thanks yes just saw it! Link

Fantastic news!!

[–] Dremor@jlai.lu 8 points 2 weeks ago

As a French, about fucking time!

[–] jabathekek@sopuli.xyz 6 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

It'll be interesting to see how Russian SAM's fair against Kamakaze Drone's older, cooler cousins. lol

[–] LANIK2000@lemmy.world 5 points 2 weeks ago

The fact that we're still following the US example of what to allow is sad.

[–] dugmeup@lemmy.world 3 points 2 weeks ago

Good. Now give them the ammo and armour. All of it.

[–] hanrahan 2 points 2 weeks ago

Better late then never.. I. guess, ffs.