Did Ukraine Just Break Russia? The Shocking Kursk Offensive Explained

In January 2024, Ukraine launched a bold offensive into new parts of Kursk, Russia—directly defying Vladimir Putin's hard deadline of expelling Ukrainian forces by October 2024. This audacious move not only caught the world’s attention but also echoes historic patterns where gutsy military maneuvers led to the collapse of powerful regimes. Could Putin’s Russia be next?

History suggests that Putin’s regime is skating on thin ice.

Chuck Pfarrer, a leading military analyst and Special Correspondent for the Kyiv Post, provides expert insight into this critical moment in the war. With decades of experience advising U.S. national security agencies and deep expertise in counterterrorism and military strategy, Pfarrer connects the dots between history, strategy, and Russia’s precarious position.

A former U.S. Navy officer, Pfarrer has served as a military and counter-terrorism contractor, authored op-eds for The New York Times, and appeared as a counterterrorism expert on CNN, ABC, MSNBC, Fox, CSPAN, NPR, and more. His extensive analysis of gray zone operations and counter-WMD proliferation makes him one of the foremost voices on the conflict in Ukraine.

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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Russian Military Failures
1:10 Chuck's Insight on River Assaults
3:05 Russian Army Morale Problems
5:30 High Casualties in Russian Assaults
8:15 Corruption and Leadership Issues in Russia
10:45 Why Russia’s Strategies Keep Failing
13:20 Historical Parallels in Russian Military Collapse
15:50 The Role of Economy in Warfare
18:30 Hybrid Warfare and Russian Disinformation
21:45 Lessons for the Future
34:49 Conclusion: What's Next for Russia?

[MidCoastAdventures]

Putin's legacy - the little man who expanded NATO and disarmed Russia. Well done. What a clown

[alfonsasgrinevicius]

Excellently constructed sentences ; logical pauses ; easily understandable voice pleasure to listen to. Especially, when I am 71 and from the former USSR. Greetings from free Lithuania .

[gimmeagig]

You guys are the Best. Clear concise English. No sensationalism, really informative, no fluff no stupid music soundttrack, no standard video clips that have nothing to do with what is being talked about. You are really the only Ukraine channel I need to watch.

[irenec]

"Defeat in russia is the handmaiden of political change." Well said.

[bc-guy]

We're so lucky to have you two! Is "doing what we do" another phrase for 'saving democracy globally and standing strong with Ukraine'?? Thank you Chuck. After listening to your word choices, I'm not surprised that 'most senior military officer's have a Masters or higher!' You guys Rock. Thank you Dr. Smart!

[JamesFultz-yvfd]

Chuck Pfarrer’s analysis is outstanding.

[j.dunlop]

The Russian army's significant losses and declining morale during World War I played a major role in triggering the Russian Revolution, as the widespread discontent among soldiers due to poor leadership, lack of supplies, and heavy casualties significantly weakened the Tsarist regime and contributed to the public's desire for change, ultimately leading to the overthrow of the monarchy in 1917

[jerryabrams]

I always look forward to Chuck's informed insight 😊 Let's pray this madness ends and the good people of Ukraine can live in peace🙏

[MrBudgiejoe]

Glad to see Chuck on the show again. A well respected and knowledgeable man. Keep up the great work!
Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦💪

[Tatteddaddydc]

Ukraine was the brain-wealth of the Soviet Union. Any significant technological importance in the USSR always came from Ukraine.

[momentiummonroe]

Courage has two colors, Yellow and Blue.

[EnGammalAmazon]

Thank you for such an excellent assessment of the state of the Russian military and civilian conditions. Chuck and Jason, you make a great team.

[christopherkomar]

Chuck's interpretations are greatly appreciated! Thank you for the podcast

[martijnijsendoorn]

ben hodges and chuck! the best 2 for your information! thnx for sharing this great interview!

[thechancellor]

Jason, great to see another conversation with Chuck Top notch.

[katherinef]

Nice interview. You’re not talking over each other. Calmly talking about the situation. Thank you.

[jonbaxter]

Fascinating how little Rusia cares about its soldiers.

[johnstringer]

I think I recall reading that in world war 1 there were mass desertions from the eastern front which was a prelude to the Russian revolution. Could it happen again?

[zadadazadada]

Jason as always another great presentation! Thank you for your continued support of Ukraine and it's wonderful people!❤❤

[frankshifreen]

LOVE CHUCK, LOVE JAY, BOTH VERY SMART, THEIR COMMENTARY IS SO DIFFERENT THAN OTHERS, WHO CLAIM THAT RUSSIA IS WINNING- THEY SEE UKRAINE WINNING