NatSec Matters 'World War I with Drones': Bradley Bowman
Jul 23, 2025
Bradley Bowman, a senior director at the Center on Military and Political Power, discusses the critical intersection of U.S. defense strategies and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He dispels the myth that supporting Ukraine undermines U.S. defenses in Taiwan and lays out the brutal nature of the war, likening it to a 'World War I with drones.' The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for consistent military aid, the significance of artillery support, and the complex dynamics of modern warfare that shape global security interests.
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Why Ukraine Support Matters
- Supporting Ukraine protects U.S. national security by preventing hostile powers in Europe and deterring aggression.
- Ukraine's war is a strategic front against an axis of aggressors, making aid a wise investment, not charity.
Russia's War Capacity Grows
- Russia is increasing its war production and resilience, making sustained support to Ukraine critical.
- Abandoning Ukraine risks a major defeat, which would be a national security disaster for the U.S.
Ukraine War: WWI with Drones
- The war in Ukraine resembles World War I but with drones making surprise attacks difficult.
- This results in a costly war of attrition favoring Russian strengths in mass production and manpower.
