Who is your favorite modern military expert and strategist? Mine is Professor Phillips O'Brien.

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Who is your favorite modern military expert and strategist? Mine is Professor Phillips O'Brien.

Phillips O'Brien in the bunker—I threw myself at the click button!
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Gotta go with Trump

He knows more than the Generals
 
Gotta go with Trump

He knows more than the Generals
I see. What is his strategy in 🇺🇦Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia?




 
Who is your favorite modern military expert and strategist? Mine is Professor Phillips O'Brien.

Phillips O'Brien in the bunker—I threw myself at the click button!
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Literally anyone who's actually served in the military. I refuse to listen to a bunch of "intellectuals" that never had their boots on the ground. I''ll take the word of a mess hall cook before those idiot's.
 
Literally anyone who's actually served in the military. I refuse to listen to a bunch of "intellectuals" that never had their boots on the ground. I''ll take the word of a mess hall cook before those idiot's.
Many of these idiots are self declared experts, problem is some of them are still in the Military and have not learned a damn thing, they live in a land of delusion.
 
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Who is your favorite modern military expert and strategist? Mine is Professor Phillips O'Brien.

Phillips O'Brien in the bunker—I threw myself at the click button!
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This graphic intrigues me:

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But I'm not going to watch 43 minutes only to be disappointed, when it turns out to be clickbait.

Who has not allowed Ukraine to fight the war they want to fight, what is the war they want to fight, and how have whoever has stopped them done so?
 
This graphic intrigues me:

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But I'm not going to watch 43 minutes only to be disappointed, when it turns out to be clickbait.

Who has not allowed Ukraine to fight the war they want to fight, what is the war they want to fight, and how have whoever has stopped them done so?
Good point.
Anything should be reducible to a 30 second, 60 second at most, POINT.
Clear and concise shouldn't be that complicated.
 
This graphic intrigues me:

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But I'm not going to watch 43 minutes only to be disappointed, when it turns out to be clickbait.

Who has not allowed Ukraine to fight the war they want to fight, what is the war they want to fight, and how have whoever has stopped them done so

Stryder50

Professor Phillips O’Brien argues that Ukraine’s war effort has been shaped—and constrained—by external forces, particularly Western allies who have dictated the pace, scope, and nature of Ukraine’s military strategy. According to O’Brien, Ukraine has not been allowed to fight the war it wants to fight. Instead of enabling Ukraine to launch decisive, large-scale offensives, Western countries have provided aid in a piecemeal fashion, often too little and too late. This incrementalism has forced Ukraine into a war of attrition, rather than a war of maneuver, which would better suit its strengths and strategic goals.
O’Brien emphasizes that Ukraine’s leadership, especially its military command, has shown remarkable adaptability and competence. Despite limited resources, they’ve managed to hold ground, inflict significant losses on the Moscow 🇷🇺Empire’s forces, and maintain morale. However, the lack of timely delivery of advanced weapons systems—such as long-range missiles, modern aircraft, and sufficient armored vehicles—has prevented Ukraine from breaking through the Moscow Empire’s defensive lines and reclaiming occupied territory at scale.
He also critiques the West’s strategic hesitancy. Many Western governments, particularly in Europe, have been reluctant to escalate support out of fear of provoking the Moscow Empire. This caution, O’Brien suggests, has emboldened the Kremlin and prolonged the conflict. He argues that deterrence only works when it’s backed by credible force and clear intent. By signaling limits to their support, Western powers have inadvertently given the Moscow Empire room to maneuver.
The conversation also touches on broader geopolitical dynamics. O’Brien discusses the role of commie han- 🇨🇳 China, noting that while Beijing has not directly intervened, it benefits from a weakened and distracted West. He warns that the longer the war drags on, the more it strains Western unity and resources—potentially undermining efforts to counter Chinese ambitions in the Indo-Pacific.
Regarding the U.S., O’Brien expresses concern about political instability and the possibility of shifting priorities. He notes that American support has been vital, but future elections and domestic pressures could alter the trajectory of aid. He stresses the importance of long-term strategic planning, not just reactive policy.
Finally, O’Brien calls for a reevaluation of European defense. He argues that Europe must step up—not just in terms of funding and equipment, but in strategic leadership. The war in Ukraine is not just a regional conflict; it’s a test of Europe’s ability to defend its values and borders in a post-American world.

In sum, the video presents a sobering but insightful analysis: Ukraine’s fight is heroic but hamstrung, and the West’s cautious support risks turning a winnable war into a prolonged stalemate. O’Brien’s message is clear—decisive support, not half-measures, is the only path to victory against the Moscow Empire’s aggression.
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Stryder50

Professor Phillips O’Brien argues that Ukraine’s war effort has been shaped—and constrained—by external forces, particularly Western allies who have dictated the pace, scope, and nature of Ukraine’s military strategy. According to O’Brien, Ukraine has not been allowed to fight the war it wants to fight. Instead of enabling Ukraine to launch decisive, large-scale offensives, Western countries have provided aid in a piecemeal fashion, often too little and too late. This incrementalism has forced Ukraine into a war of attrition, rather than a war of maneuver, which would better suit its strengths and strategic goals.
Gotcha.

So Western Countries have "not allowed" Ukraine to fight the war they want to fight - by not giving them all the money at once.

As far as this citizen of a Western Country is concerned, Ukraine can fight any dadgum war they want to. Just don't ask me to pay for it. I'd rather spend the money on a nice Kimber 6 for my wife's birthday.

If anyone, it should be Europe providing any financial aid to Ukraine. They have a stake in that war, not us.
 

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