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The Rise of Valery Gerasimov

This chapter delves into the ascent of Valery Gerasimov as Russia's military leader amid the Ukraine conflict, tracing his background and ascent from a tank driver to chief of general staff. It discusses his relationships with key political figures and the implications of his leadership style and strategies, notably the Gerasimov Doctrine, in the context of ongoing military challenges.

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