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Options for Fighting Russians in Ukraine

Mar 3, 2022
Former CIA officer Douglas London and former Cyber Command and NSA Chief Mike Rogers discuss covert possibilities against the Russians in Ukraine, including cyber warfare, support for Ukrainian resistance, launching opposition movements in neighboring countries, and strategies for disabling a Russian column. They also explore the current cyber activity in Ukraine and Russia, the risks of involving independent actors in cyber warfare, Ukraine's offensive and defensive cyber activities, and the potential impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Americans.
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  • The podcast explores the potential strategies and tactics the CIA could employ to support Ukrainian partisans in the event of a Russian invasion, including providing intelligence and assisting with communications and supply lines.
  • The significance of cyber warfare in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine is highlighted, with insights from Admiral Mike Rogers suggesting that the conflict will be a watershed moment in the history of cyber warfare, emphasizing the need for cyber defense capabilities and coordinated efforts between government, private sector, and individuals.

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The podcast discusses the potential for CIA support to Ukrainian partisans

The podcast explores the possibility of the CIA providing support to Ukrainian partisans in the event that Russian forces overrun the country. Former CIA officer Douglas London is interviewed about the potential strategies and tactics that could be employed, drawing comparisons to historical guerrilla movements. The support discussed includes providing intelligence, liaising with the groups on the ground, and assisting with communications and supply lines.

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