Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1469 - The State of the Ukraine War with Brian Iselin

Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Brian Iselin about the state of the war in Ukraine. Brian Iselin, the founder of the European Institute of Professional Intelligence Officers, discusses the war in Ukraine, Russian drone incidents, and technological advancements in war. Russia is facing significant military decline and is unlikely to sustain its current military efforts past 2026.Iselin details the high rates of troop and equipment losses suffered by Russia, noting that their replacement and production rates are insufficient to counteract the attrition. He also highlighted the severe strain on Russia's social and economic systems due to the war, including the overburdening of healthcare and social security systems. Iselin concludes that Ukraine's strategy of waiting out Russia may ultimately lead to the latter's collapse, though this could happen suddenly once certain thresholds are reached.Brian Iselin's expertise in intelligence and strategic matters, particularly regarding the war in Ukraine and Russia's military situation,  provides insights on various geopolitical topics including Western support for Ukraine, NATO cohesion, and the impact of sanctions on Russia's oil revenue. The conversation concludes with discussions about emerging technologies like AI-controlled fighter jets and non-lethal warfare tactics, along with analysis of political challenges in the European Parliament.