Marcel Plichta

In this enlightening discussion, Anastasiia Lapatina, a Kyiv-based Ukraine Fellow, and Marcel Plichta, a former U.S. Department of Defense analyst, delve into Ukraine’s innovative drone campaign against Russia. They explore how advanced drone technology is reshaping warfare dynamics, including successful strikes on critical oil infrastructure. The duo highlights the psychological effects of these drone missions, their influence on global oil prices, and the contrasting manufacturing tactics between Ukraine’s decentralized production and Russia’s centralized approach.

The new British Defence Secretary, Grant Shapps, discusses the latest news from the frontlines and the appointment of a new defence secretary. The podcast analyzes Ukrainian drone warfare and the effectiveness of Ukraine's drone campaign compared to Russia's. They also discuss the use of drones and air defense systems in the conflict and potential future implications. The podcast provides a diplomatic update on Russia's increased cooperation with North Korea and discusses the recent change in a major office of state in the UK. Overall, the podcast covers a range of interesting topics related to the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

In this episode, Marcel Plichta, a PhD candidate and ex-DIA analyst, discusses Finland's potential membership in NATO, the state of UGVs, the competition in Africa, and the application of ChatGPT in intelligence analysis. They also touch on Wagner's presence in CAR, the West's influence in Africa, and Iranian drones in the Middle East.