Defense & Aerospace Report Defense & Aerospace Daily Podcast [Jul 30, ’25] Preparing Land Forces for Warfare Today
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Jul 30, 2025 Eugene Rumer, director at the Carnegie Endowment, and Sam Bendett, analyst at the Center for Naval Analyses, join Vago Muradian to discuss the evolving landscape of the Ukraine war. They explore Russia's adaptive military tactics and drone advancements. Topics include the geopolitical implications of U.S. sanctions, the shift in anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine, and the impact of high casualties on Moscow's political dynamics. They also address the technological race in drone warfare and the emotional toll the conflict has on Ukrainian families.
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Russia's Tactical Adaptation
- Russia is learning and adapting its tactics, slowly reclaiming territory despite heavy casualties.
- Russia uses advanced UAVs with possible swarm capabilities, pressuring Ukraine's defenses.
Timing Critical for Russia's Moves
- Russia's current troop strength allows a high-risk military gambit if undertaken soon.
- Reconstituting this force size in the future would be extremely difficult due to losses and demobilization.
No Near Peace Deal Expected
- There will be no peace deal between Ukraine and Russia in the next 10 to 50 days.
- Negotiations are largely symbolic, with continued Russian attacks and military pressure.