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“David Petraeus on Ukraine & Intelligence” – with the former CIA Director & 4* General 

Aug 29, 2023
Former CIA Director David Petraeus joins the podcast to discuss the war in Ukraine, including his strategic analysis and the role of intelligence. They also touch on topics such as the power of narrative, organizational culture, and Petraeus' time as Director of the CIA. Listen in for an in-depth analysis from one of the most talented American officers of his generation.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Ukrainian forces are adapting their strategy to counter the Russian forces' impressive defensive positions, lacking major armored breaching capabilities and significant air power.
  • Intelligence plays a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict, with the need to integrate traditional intelligence sources with open source information, enabled by smartphones, internet connectivity, and social media.

Deep dives

General Patreis' appraisal of the situation in Ukraine

General Patreis states that the situation in Ukraine is challenging, with the Russian forces establishing impressive defensive positions such as minefields, tank ditches, and trench lines. The Ukrainians are adapting their strategy but lack major armored breaching capabilities and significant air power. They are setting conditions for the ultimate unleashing of their combined arms capabilities. The ultimate objective of the counter-offensive is to cut the Russian line of communication from Russia proper to the forces north of the Crimean Peninsula.

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