Ukraine's Kursk Crisis | Drones & AI in Warfare | U.S. Imperialism Exposed

The conversation explores the recent military developments in Ukraine, particularly focusing on the failed counterattack in Kursk, the implications for Ukraine's military strength, and the role of NATO. It delves into the losses of military equipment and the impact on the military industrial complex in the U.S. The discussion also touches on the evolution of military technology, including the use of drones and AI, and concludes with reflections on the political influence of universities in the U.S. In this conversation, Peter Erickson discusses the evolution of the anti-war movement, the political landscape in Lebanon, and the influence of the U.S. on foreign elections. He highlights Hezbollah's resilience amidst challenges and reflects on the Iraq War's disastrous consequences, attributing it to lobbying efforts. The discussion also touches on Trump's potential role in resolving global conflicts and his controversial ideas regarding Greenland and Canada.

-The Kursk counterattack was poorly executed and revealed Ukrainian weaknesses.
-Ukraine's military is significantly weaker than it was a year ago.
-The loss of equipment in Kursk is unprecedented compared to previous offensives.
-NATO's support for Ukraine is diminishing as equipment losses mount.
-The military industrial complex faces existential threats due to these losses.
-AI and drone technology are rapidly evolving in warfare.
-The U.S. military is struggling to adapt to new technologies.
-Universities may serve as platforms for political agendas.
-There is a growing disconnect between military needs and industrial capabilities.
-The anti-war movement originated in universities, which have since become aligned with the establishment.
-The long march through institutions has transformed the left and its ideologies over decades.
-Lebanon's political structure is heavily influenced by U.S. interests, particularly in military funding.
-Hezbollah remains a resilient force in Lebanon, despite facing significant challenges.
-The Iraq War was largely driven by lobbying efforts, particularly from the Israel lobby.
-There is a growing anti-Zionist sentiment in the U.S., reflecting dissatisfaction with imperial policies.
-Trump's ability to negotiate peace in global conflicts is met with skepticism due to historical precedents.
-The idea of acquiring Greenland reflects Trump's real estate instincts rather than a strategic necessity.
-The U.S. military's involvement in foreign conflicts often raises questions about its legitimacy and purpose.
-The future of U.S. foreign policy remains uncertain, especially regarding NATO and Russia.

[oumerseid]

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[anonymousanglo]

Just bought a drone personally. The capability these new drones have even at a consumer level is insane. I can fly 1600 feet into the air, and get 4k ultra HD 60 fps footage of anything. With a 20km range. Drones and robotics are the future and will only further be integrated into our lives.

[VFDemon]

Came across your channel quite by mistake and it's become a go-to for all these US-sponsored conflicts!! Thank you for your work👌

[namehimhuman]

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[trevormalone]

I believe that the Kursk offensive has been a gift to the Russians, the Russians don't need that land back, its more important for Ukraine because of political reasons, so Russia just sits back and lets them come in waves and day after day Russia destroys some of Ukraine's best weapons with little of their own losses

[davidk]

Thank you both for another wonderful discussion. For those wondering, "EW" is the acronym for "Electronic Warfare".

[vgstb]

Thank you dad for the much needed balanced update.

[craigrik]

Scott Ritter believes the Russians caught up, and overtook the West in drone technology is because of the Iranian’s and the Shahed drone. What is also exciting for the Russians is the Iranian latest military exercise where swarms of AI drones were deployed and controlled by a central command drone. The Russians had been talking about this idea but the Iranian’s have achieved this. This also goes in line with the latest, large stealth Chinese fighter whose main role is to go into battle with swarms or drones under its controlled … this is the future of warfare.

[PatrickFoley-gg]

Trump's interest in Canada and Greenland are purely economic.He'd like to have the easiest access to minerals and oil.

[VFDemon]

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[pausereflect]

The Vets can't run from THEMSELVES!

[alastairmcmurray]

FPV drones are a game changing development for armoured vehicles now, not just for NATO hardware, for military forces across the globe. If I were BAE et al I would be putting every penny into developing a simple (ish) active protection system for all armoured vehicles, if that were to work effectively armour would regain its pre FPV status.

[zani]

The crazy thing about Kursk its a tiny patch of land if you zoom out from a map.

[bodyap]

he was a Ukrainian blogger who lives in Spain; he had a political party that was banned at the beginning of the war and sanctions were imposed on him

[ericwedin]

And Sweden is buying even more Leopard 2’s - proven in combat… somewhat…

[thierryminet]

As Canadian I took 47's comment as a joke right away, it's no secret that Trump and woke Trudeau didn't get along, so the first comment he made was pointing right at Trudeau and not Canada saying that our country should be the 51 state and Trudeau be his governor. That was a brilliant way to hit our egotistic prime minister right in his self esteem. One can even argue that was what put the last nail in his coffin since he resigned a couple of weeks later. MSM take every things DT says so seriously it's ridiculous. I am sure none of the Canada, Greenland, Panama and GoA things are gonna come to fruition.

[cubas]

The kursk incursion is all about the nuclear power plant there.

[I_Stand_With_RussiaZOV]

I would say these past 3 years showed how weak and unprepared they are for a war against a real military since they're the ones who's been training and supplying them since 2014

[Riconald]

Joe Biden doesn’t even know where he is..😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. He said In July 2023 that Russia has lost the war already..😂😂😂

[Ghastly_Grinner]

My theory as to why the ukranians haven't started using fiber optic drones is from my understanding they are relatively short ranged the ukranians would rather use signal booster drones and get more range for their drones than reinvent tow missiles