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Stunningly poor understanding by POTUS of the actual state of the war in Ukraine, of why Soldiers “who don’t have the cards” fight (see Vietnam, Afghanistan, American Revolution), and why Ukrainian success is important to American strategic interests.

What a disgusting, ignorant, arrogant statement by the Secretary of Defense of the United States. Nobody trusts anything he says or does. That’s very dangerous for the US…we depend so much on our Allies. I served in Afghanistan in RC South 2009-2010 where thousands of Allies fought and many died.

Very disappointing. Senior retired Generals should be speaking out in mass against POTUS, SecDef, and SecArmy for this disgusting spectacle at Fort Bragg. Army leadership must take a hard look inward to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Mark Milley tried to warn us and we apparently did learn.

Opinion | We are witnessing the suicide of a superpower The president’s assault on science dangerously undermines America’s superpower status.

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"A rich and increasingly powerful Poland, with the best and largest land army in Europe outside Ukraine, will need to assume a leadership role for which its history has not prepared it," writes @EliotACohen

Thoughts and prayers for the Voters of Alabama…

Greetings from the edge of Europe and NATO My visit to the Russian-Estonian border coincided with lots of developments in Russia's hybrid war against Europe and the West

Alex Finley is always sharp, quick to the point, and comes with feasible, achievable recommendations.
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Former Commander of the US Army in Europe on Trump’s role in Ukraine-Russia peace talks | DW News YouTube video by DW News

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Russian Influence Operations and Victor in Trouble Happy third anniversary to a book that hasn't aged a bit

@alexzfinley.bsky.social is always worth reading!

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General Ben Hodges: For Ukraine and Europe, Peace Means More Than Just Minerals How Europe can help secure a lasting peace deal.

I actually agree with Trump that Europe ought to lead more. But his zigzagging between Russia and Ukraine has turned European leadership from a wish into an essential need. My friend @general-ben.bsky.social on Europe's role in securing the peace in Ukraine: thenextmove.substack.com/p/from-miner...

General Ben Hodges: For Ukraine and Europe, Peace Means More Than Just Minerals How Europe can help secure a lasting peace deal.

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Weekend Update #131: Was This The Week Putin Miscalculated? The Best Test Of Change; The Victory Day Russian Misfire

More excellent analysis by @phillipspobrien.bsky.social

Weekend Update #131: Was This The Week Putin Miscalculated? open.substack.com/pub/phillips...

A Nothingburger Of Hope With Some Potential Problems For Ukraine

As ever…sobering analysis by @phillipspobrien.

A Nothingburger Of Hope
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I agree with Minna…she’s smart and she’s right. Ukraine should not take a bad deal that doesnt meet their interests. They are actually winning on the battlefield, according to SACEUR Cavoli’s testimony in front of HASC and SASC…and the Russians will never live up to any agreement unless compelled.

NATO and the End of Military Self-Indulgence NATO’s founding treaty obliges members “to maintain and develop [the]...capacity to resist armed attack.” That has been weakened.

“Deterrence is the most humane policy of all. A well‑defended frontier prevents wars, while a porous one invites them.” @general-ben.bsky.social & Dan Rice

As Trump Courts Putin, Russians Keep Trying to Kill Americans The “gray zone” war on America and its allies isn’t going to stop.

Short yet compelling analysis by Alex Finley who knows what she's talking about.

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The Trump/Putin Plan For Ukraine Its Not Peace Plan, Its A Plan For A Weak And Divided Ukraine

Exceptional analysis and clarity, as usual, by @phillipspobrien.bsky.social obrien.bsky.social

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All we're seeing right now - is the preparation. Is a ceasefire possible? - General Ben Hodges YouTube video by UKRLIFE з Людмилою Немирею

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I’ve heard from a solid source that medical supplies from US to frontline medics in Ukraine are being withheld through USAID and military logistics. If true this is absolutely unacceptable.

Ukraine Needs European Forces Immediately The continent’s leaders must act decisively to prevent a bad peace that could undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and embolden Russia.

This is a great piece on how Europe needs to get ahead of the power dynamics in Ukraine by @general-ben.bsky.social @jaharamatisek.bsky.social and Alex Crowther. cepa.org/article/ukra...

US-Militärexperte Hodges sieht die Ukraine als "Bollwerk gegen Putin" Der frühere Drei-Sterne-General Ben Hodges ruft den Westen dazu auf, die Ukraine in ihrem Abwehrkampf gegen Russland zu ertüchtigen. In Europa vermisst er "den politischen Willen, um die schiere russi...

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New BOMBSHELL Exposé Reveals Trump-Musk Plan | On Democracy YouTube video by MeidasTouch

I had a great conversation with @gilduran.com on the truly dystopian philosophy behind Elon Musk’s dismantling of our government. This will open your eyes. New ‘On Democracy with FPwellman’ exclusivly on MeidasTouch now! youtu.be/hnTBzgjme20?...

Superb analysis and well-written as always. Trump Administration parroting Kremlin talking points. Ukraine should decide if and when it has elections, not the US or Russia. Otherwise why don’t we demand Russia holds a free and fair election as a condition for a settlement? Hahahahaha

I hope the Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will reverse their similar bad decisions of last week canceling courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat.

I hope the Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will reverse their similar bad decisions of last week canceling courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat.

Huh? What’s woke about trying to clear old minefields from places where children and farmers need to move?

Similar cancellations happened at the Army War College in Carlisle PA. Canx history courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat.

Thoughts and prayers for the Voters of middle Tennessee.

Russia is much weaker now than a year ago. I hope President Trump will use this leverage to achieve a better outcome for Ukraine and for our own strategic interests, including deterrence of China.