War on the Rocks

Examining the recent Hamas attack on Israel, discussing intelligence failure, Hamas' history of terror attacks, the role of Iran, and the likelihood of a ground invasion. Also explores propaganda video authenticity, threat of suicide drones, impact of trauma on Israel's narrative, Iran's aggression and Gulf-Israel alignment, complexities of the situation in Israel including armed Palestinian groups, potential risks for Israel, challenges in rescuing hostages held by Hamas.

Experts Evan Medeiros, Thomas Shugart, and Emily Weinstein discuss the current state of U.S.-Chinese relations, the impact of Taiwan's elections, and the potential for conflict. They explore lessons China may learn from the invasion of Ukraine, analyze the military angle in the Russian election, and discuss efforts to curb China's semiconductor industry. The upcoming U.S. election's impact on the relationship is also considered.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss Ukraine's efforts to achieve a breakthrough against Russian forces, including the significance of Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to Washington, D.C. and Ukraine's strike on Russia's Black Sea Fleet. They also analyze the challenges faced by the Ukrainian military, such as fire superiority and unit coordination. Additionally, they explore the use of ATACMs missiles by Ukraine and the issues surrounding targeting Russian air defense systems.

Lt. Gen. Brian Robinson and Lt. Gen. Andrea Tullos discuss training and readiness in the U.S. Air Force, including global training initiatives and the importance of empowering individuals. They highlight the need for changes in the military's approach to training and readiness and discuss the significance of history and culture in the Air Force. They also explore impactful book recommendations and the importance of strategic thinking.

Adm. Sir Antony Radakin, Britain's Top Officer, discusses the UK's support for Ukraine, challenges Russia is facing, future plans for the British military, and the status of AUKUS in a chat with War on the Rocks.

Discussion on the state of the Ukrainian offensive, assessing progress and challenges. Analysing the dynamics of the conflict with Russia, defense lines, and shifting balance of power. Exploring areas for improvement in Ukrainian training and future needs. Examining the death and potential future of a prominent figure and their organization. Analyzing the significance of Wagner, a mercenary group, in the ongoing war in Ukraine.

On this episode of the War on the Rocks podcast, deputy assistant to U.S. President Joe Biden, Joshua Geltzer, sat down with Nicholas Danforth to discuss the administration’s case for the reauthorization of section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. They discussed the act's role in a changing threat environment, challenges in Congress and potential avenues to mitigate civil liberties concerns.

Stephen Kotkin discusses the ongoing offensive in Ukraine, the false shortcuts to ending the war, analyzing the possibility of extending the war, challenges faced by Ukraine, and the pursuit of avoiding a wider war. He also explores the concept of victory for Ukraine and the challenges of achieving an enduring peace.

The podcast discusses Ukraine's ongoing offensive, including updates on the progress and dynamics of the war. They explore US intelligence estimates and criticisms, analyze losses and credibility in the Ukrainian conflict, and discuss defense investments and events in the Black Sea. The challenges and risks of enforcing a blockade on Ukraine are also examined.

Ryan and Mike finally found themselves in the same locale after heavy travel and sat down for a in-depth conversation on Ukraine's offensive, how we got here, and what might be coming next.