Daniel Davis Deep Dive UKRAINE Now Losing the DRONE WAR /Lt Col Daniel Davis
Sep 21, 2025
The discussion dives into Russia's ramped-up drone campaign, highlighting a deliberate strategy of attrition against Ukraine's critical infrastructure. It raises concerns about the limitations of Ukraine's air defenses in countering mass drone attacks and explores the manpower shortages affecting their sustainability. The conversation also touches on the diplomatic landscape, emphasizing the need for U.S. leaders to recognize limitations and aim for a pragmatic, albeit challenging, negotiated settlement.
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Russia’s Attrition-First Strategy
- Russia is waging a deliberate war of attrition that targets Ukraine's capacity to wage war rather than rapid territorial conquest.
- This approach seeks to force a negotiated settlement by degrading Ukraine's infrastructure and war-supporting systems.
Quantity Over Quick Breakthroughs
- Russia prioritized mass drone production and employment starting in late 2024 to exploit attrition dynamics.
- The volume of strikes has risen dramatically, turning quantity into a strategic weapon.
Strategic Targeting Of Support Infrastructure
- Russia targets Ukrainian strategic assets (energy, logistics, production) with nightly swarms of drones and missiles.
- Destroying the support infrastructure erodes Ukraine's long-term ability to sustain the front lines.