The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | June 7th, 2025: Inside Ukraine’s Drone Strike On Russia & Clan Militias Target Hamas
Jun 7, 2025
Ryan McBeth, an intelligence analyst and weapons expert, delves into Ukraine's strategic drone strike on Russian bombers, revealing its intricate planning and AI involvement. Joe Truzman, a research analyst, discusses the emergence of clan-led militias in Gaza challenging Hamas’s authority, aided by Israeli support and outside humanitarian efforts. The conversation highlights the shifting military dynamics in both Ukraine and Gaza, emphasizing the transformative role of technology and grassroots movements in modern conflicts.
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Ukraine Creates Dilemmas for Russia
- Ukraine's drone strike forced Russia into tough choices, either constantly moving bombers or relying on land/sea-based missiles.
- Both options degrade Russia's operational effectiveness and narrow missile attack vectors.
Bomber Damage Lowers Sortie Rates
- Destroying 10-13 Russian bombers impacts sortie rates due to increased maintenance and limited parts.
- These aging bombers aren't manufactured anymore, complicating Russia's ability to replace losses.
Russian Bomber Inventory Estimates
- Russia likely has 40 to 50 long-range bombers of each type but many are non-viable "wind chimes".
- Total operational strategic bombers estimated around 80 to 90 in Russia's inventory.
