Daniel Davis Deep Dive Ukraine Generals: IN THEIR OWN WORDS /Lt Col Daniel Davis
Sep 17, 2025
Ukrainian generals discuss evolving military objectives and the implications of ongoing Western support. The conversation highlights Russia's advantages on the battlefield, including manpower and advanced weapons, while Ukraine faces challenges like recruitment issues. Strategic debates emerge around economic pressure and moral implications of continued Western policies, as well as the complexities of nuclear deterrence. The talks pave the way for deeper analyses of the conflict's dynamics and the future direction of military strategies.
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Goalposts Have Shifted To A Generational Fight
- Ukrainian leaders now frame the conflict as a multi-generational struggle, not a short war to reclaim 1991 borders.
- Changing goalposts undermines incentives for Russian negotiation and prolongs fighting.
Weapons Flow Fuels Perpetual Conflict
- Western weapons flows and new US packages signal continued long-term support and industrial profit.
- This makes perpetual supply and prolonged conflict politically and economically sustainable.
Manpower And Production Favor Russia Over Time
- Russia increases troop numbers and industrial output while Ukraine struggles to recruit and retain manpower.
- Manpower deficits create a monthly net loss for Ukraine while Russia grows stronger.