August 23, 2026, 3:02 pm
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On this channel, our focus is often on what data can tell us about the War in Ukraine or other conflicts. But data driven insights have to be constantly tested against the experiences of those that have fought a war or been closer to it.
Normally that process happens off camera between episodes but today I’m joined by Ukrainian veteran Dmytro Putiata and USMC veteran Rob Lee for a discussion both of the Ukrainian Battlefield in 2026 and (in a follow up) what both sides are trying to do to try and restore manoeuvre on a battlefield where movement can be lethal.
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Reading and Sourcing
Dmytro’s Bio – FPRI
Rob Lee Bio – FPRI
Two Marines Substack
https://twomarines.substack.com/
Recent discussion between Rob & Dmytro on a similar topic
Source for visually confirmed loss data (unless otherwise noted)
https://www.oryxspioenkop.com/2022/02/attack-on-europe-documenting-equipment.html
RUSI on cluster munitions in Ukraine
https://www.rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/giving-ukraine-cluster-munitions-necessary-legal-and-morally-justified
RUSI on UK army ammunition shortages
https://www.rusi.org/news-and-comment/in-the-news/british-armys-ammunition-would-last-only-week-war-says-royal-united-services-institute
Kiel Institute Ukraine Support Tracker
https://www.kielinstitut.de/publications/news/ukraine-support-tracker-europe-leads-on-aid-us-weapons-remain-key/
Caveats & Comments:
All normal caveats and comments apply. In particular – I would like to note as always that this material has been created for entertainment purposes and is not intended to be a complete or comprehensive examination of the topic in question and should not be relied upon to inform financial or any other decision, evaluation, or similar.
Any content relating to the conduct, views, activities or any aspect of any person or character in this video is included for entertainment purposes and does not represent an assertion of fact on those matters or any matters in relation to that person or character.
Care has been taken in compiling data, quotes, and other inputs from various sources but errors can occur. Quotes and included data should be considered illustrative, not definitive and their veracity should not be relied on.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 — Intro
00:01:40 — What Are We Talking About?
00:03:48 — What Does the Frontline Look Like?
00:14:20 — Infiltration Tactics in 2026
00:25:32 — Turning to Tech
00:35:35 — What UAS Can’t Do?
00:45:37 — Artillery Survivability
01:02:32 — Ammo Matters
01:06:45 — Closing Thoughts
01:08:10 — Channel Update
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