Daniel Davis Deep Dive Zelensky Believes Ukraine's Defeating Russia /Lt Col Daniel Davis
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Sep 18, 2025 Zelensky expresses unwavering optimism about Ukraine's ability to defeat Russia, emphasizing recent U.S. arms packages. The discussion delves into the battlefield realities, highlighting stalled Russian advancements and Ukraine's limited capacity for prolonged offensives. There’s a critical look at the funding gap, with Zelensky’s call for substantial financial support amid donor fatigue and economic constraints. The podcast offers a nuanced perspective on the dynamics of international aid and its impact on the ongoing conflict.
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Big-Picture Assessment Of The War
- Daniel Davis argues Ukraine is likely to lose the war despite optimistic messages from Zelensky.
- He says strategic, operational, and tactical evidence cumulatively favors Russia over time.
Packages Won't Shift Strategic Balance
- Zelensky announced new U.S. packages and expects roughly $3.5–3.6 billion more by October.
- Davis cautions those packages are small and unlikely to change the strategic balance.
Electronic Warfare Undermines HIMARS
- Davis explains HIMARS effectiveness has been degraded by Russian electronic warfare causing off-course impacts.
- He warns future conflicts start with degraded capability because adversaries learned countermeasures.