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Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges

Retired U.S. Army general and former commander of U.S. Army Europe, offering operational insight on the war in Ukraine, NATO cohesion, and Western military assistance.

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Oct 2, 2025 • 46min

Top Defense Leaders on How Ukraine Can Win

Hanno Pevkur, Estonia's Minister of Defense, discusses the ongoing Russian provocations aimed at dividing NATO and the importance of Western unity in support of Ukraine. Retired Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges provides operational insights on Ukraine's military needs and the strategic failures of Russia. Both guests emphasize the significance of NATO's coherence and share thoughts on addressing European defense funding and the necessary military assistance for Ukraine's success. Their insights reveal critical dynamics shaping Europe's security landscape in light of ongoing conflicts.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 20min

At NATO Summit, Putin’s Greatest Weapon is still a Scare Tactic

Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges (Ret.), former Commanding General of the U.S. Army Europe, shares insights on the NATO Summit's significance regarding Ukraine and Russia. He discusses President Zelensky's aspirations for support and emphasizes Europe's urgent need for unity to confront threats effectively. Hodges warns that Putin's true power lies in his ability to instill fear in the West, impacting decisions on military actions. The conversation also touches on the interconnected risks posed by China and the importance of a strong NATO presence in Eastern Europe.
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Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 6min

Life During Wartime: Israel’s Resolve; Can Ukraine Still Win? | GoodFellows: John Cochrane, Niall Ferguson, Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, H.R. McMaster, Russ Roberts, and Bill Whalen

Two conflicts present two challenges: a Ukrainian counteroffensive turned stalemate; and Israel’s survival as it confronts Hamas (and possibly Hezbollah and Iran). Russ Roberts, Hoover’s John and Jean De Nault Research Fellow and president of Jerusalem’s Shalem College, joins Hoover senior fellows Niall Ferguson. H.R. McMaster, and John Cochrane to discuss Israel’s morale and strategic choices amid a month-long wartime crisis. Then Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges, former commanding general of US Army Europe, makes the case for anticipating a positive outcome—Ukraine expelling Russian forces, winning back its land—in a war nearing its 21-month mark.

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