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#504 – Russia-Ukraine War: Putin, Zelenskyy, Drones and the Future of Warfare
Publication: Lex Fridman Podcast
Author: Not available in collected metadata
Source published: 10/11/2026, 23:52:44 UTC
Briefing created: 11/11/2026, 02:44:33 UTC
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Briefings
A podcast episode featuring military analyst Michael Kofman and veteran Preston Stewart discusses the evolving dynamics of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, specifically focusing on drone warfare and future strategic shifts. The discussion highlights Kofman's role as a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment and his podcast on The Russia Contingency, while Stewart shares his perspective as a West Point graduate and Afghanistan veteran covering the war on YouTube. The conversation addresses current military developments without confirming specific casualty figures or future predictions.
Key points
- Michael Kofman is a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment specializing in Russian and Ukrainian militaries and hosts The Russia Contingency podcast on War on the Rocks.
- Preston Stewart is a West Point graduate and Afghanistan veteran who covers the Ukraine war extensively on his YouTube channel and newsletter Defense Tech News.
Context
This episode features two military experts discussing the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Kofman providing analysis from his Carnegie Endowment position and Stewart offering veteran perspective on drone warfare.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to the podcast transcript and contact information; specific casualty figures, future predictions, or detailed tactical breakdowns are not provided in the source material.
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