While reporting in Ukraine, I spoke to the leader of a volunteer organization who praised the Western sanctions regime against Russia, but argued they weren't sufficient to defeat the invading forces on Ukraine’s eastern border. "You can’t win a war with sanctions," he said. "Modern weapons win wars."
It was reminiscent of Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko’s address to Congress last year, in which he thanked U.S. lawmakers for providing "important" supplies such as blankets, before adding: "One cannot win a war with blankets."
The New York Times reports that the Obama administration is now considering providing "defensive weapons and equipment" to Ukrainian forces as they attempt to counter advancing separatists and Russian troops.
You might be thinking: What are "defensive weapons"? Land mines? Or what? Well, you’re in luck, because the Washington Free Beacon has obtained an exclusive look at the various defensive weapons the Obama administration is considering providing to Ukraine.
N-Force Stonewall Shield (Sword Not Included)
N-Strike Elite Tactical Vest Kit
Scottish Spears
Playskool Heroes Marvel Super Hero Adventures Captain America Shield Launcher with Easy Slingshot Action
Defensive Tennis Ball Cannon (Gladiator Not Included)
Temple Guard
Dikembe Mutombo
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