Ben Hodges - Now is Ukraine's Turn to Strike Back, but When, Where, and How Hard will they Strike?

GUEST: Lieutenant General (retired) Ben Hodges - retired United States Army officer, policy analyst and expert on NATO, the Transatlantic relationship and international security.
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Through the winter, Ukrainian and Western officials had warned Russia was preparing to launch a new offensive. Apparently, it was “mustering forces beyond the Urals”, according to General Valery Zaluzhny, Ukraine’s army chief. Rumours circulated, that Russian forces, bolstered by Belarussian divisions, could even try to storm Kyiv once more. Russia had gathered half a million fresh mobilised troops and would “make a push” around the anniversary of the war, suggested the defence minister, Oleksii Reznikov. But it seems that Russia’s offensive began weeks ago, around the meat grinder of Bakhmut, and is already running out of steam - a damp squib. Intercepted communications and the ravings of angered mil bloggers suggest Russia is running out of ideas and ammunition. Now it seems is the turn of Ukraine to strike back. But when, where, and how hard will they hit the Russians?
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SPEAKER:
Lieutenant General (Retired) Ben Hodges, the former Commanding General of US Army Europe, is now Senior Advisor to Human Rights First, a non-profit, nonpartisan international human rights organization based in New York, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles. Prior to joining Human Rights First, he held the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA). General Hodges serves as NATO Senior Mentor for Logistics, he consults for several companies on Europe, NATO, and the European Union, and he is co-author of the book Future War and the Defence of Europe, published by Oxford University Press.
He retired from the U.S. Army in January 2018 and lives today with his wife in Frankfurt, Germany.
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LINKS:
Ben Hodges - Twitter: / general_ben
Ben Hodges - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Hodges
Ben Hodges - CEPA: cepa.org/author/ben-hodges/
Ben Hodges - New Statesman: www.newstatesman.com/the-week...
Ben Hodges - The Telegraph: www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/b...
Ben Hodges - Defence IQ: www.defenceiq.com/contributor...
Ben Hodges - BBC HardTalk interview: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/n3ct...
Ben Hodges - Globsec: www.globsec.org/who-we-are/ou...
Ben Hodges - Atlantic Council Q&A: www.atlanticcouncil.org/conte...
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CHAPTERS:
00:21 Could Kyiv be under threat once more from 500k conscripts?
02:30 After 9 months the Russians have made little visible or strategic progress
04:30 Even the propagandists will have trouble spinning this as a victory
09:00 Will Russians stay and fight, or flee Crimea like rats leaving a sinking ship
13:08 Was NATO a threat, especially in the 2000s as is claimed by Russian propagandists?
16:00 War of attrition and the false equivalence of looking at ratios of RU & UA KIAs
20:08 Does West yet have a mindset to support Ukraine for victory, not just survival
24:37 What needs to happen to enable a Ukrainian victory - in terms of equipment
30:14 Ukraine can retake large territory - are they preparing to punch through again?
37:34 Putin is the worst possible Russian leader for Ukraine - noone could be worse
44:18 This struggle is about the information war too - which we're not winning globally
48:09 War crimes accusations need to be extended to all of Putin's entourage
53:16 Are we seeing a 'teaser' of future wars in the Ukrainian army's use of drones
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[@RD-us2kb]

I was talking with a Russian speaking Ukrainian woman from Crimea; as an SME business owner she was forced out of business by Russian newcomers and described how quickly a vibrant, trendy street with cafes and restaurants was forced closed and replaced with 24/7 bars; alcohol flowed cheaply and THAT is how you neutralize a nation.

[@derricklarsen2919]

​@Johnny H Johns who knew ?!!

[@anoskov7820]

What a bs

[@barbaraheil7894]

@Johnny H Johns This reminded of the saying the Vietnamese had about the Russians after the fall of South Vietnam: "The Russians are Americans without dollars."

[@martinoamello3017]

Nothing like a bunch of shit faced drunken overloards..

[@toi_techno]

That's how you radicalise a nation against your invasion. Russia's days are numbered.

[@ducoh2093]

As a Dutch here, laughed really hard about Ben joking we dont give away our tanks, only sell them. Funny cause its true.

[@joeylandry4933]

We gave the Taliban quite a bit of equipment.

[@PaulJohnson-su3mv]

@@joeylandry4933 Biden and then Dems love anyone who hates the US

[@ZootyZoFo]

@@joeylandry4933 - Joe Tzu

[@alexlucassen8489]

Debt is called that. Tanks fir debt. Yet Oekraïne can pay back later as their is enough economic value in the Oekraïne itself.

[@frankvanderstaay7564]

Me, too!! LOL!

[@ruaridhmacdonald3543]

General Hodges is a great man, fantastic commentator and all round good person. Common sense emanates in everything he says and is is happily to be frank and honest at all times. Thank you.

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

liberal democrat thats leftist ideolgy which includes hate towards russia . not a great thing to praise.

[@decaesaris5093]

Congrats for having back gen. Ben Hodges as he's the "Heavy Artillery" 👍

[@juliusvx]

General Hodges is the best there is and brings great credit to the US Army, our country, and all of humanity. the world would be a better place with more people like him

[@mchozen2958]

Agreed. Simply the best; when or where ever I’ve heard him speak. Ben Hodges for president!

[@vicweast]

Here, here

[@t5ruxlee210]

Sort of obvious that Russia's "successful, victorious, general offensive plus capture of Bakhmut", was supposed to be in hearty street celebration around Moscow just as Xi's plane overflew the city and then landed. Maybe next year for sure ?

[@hellokitty_hola]

for sure

[@kevf]

The Russians are too busy killing Ukrainians to worry about territory. If you haven't caught on, this is a war of attrition.

[@scottyd3138]

Ben hodges is the man, when he speaks, smart people listen

[@scottyd3138]

@MudButt hello sheep! Come tell me how you know secret knowledge you learned from the couch in your moms basement . I'm listening!

[@aural_supremacy]

Too bad for you that he is lying through is teeth.

[@markb8468]

​@@aural_supremacy 😂

[@scottyd3138]

@マラキ Cope harder sheep!

[@CaisiusJ]

Judging by the comments, I say most people

[@clydestuart2394]

I totally agree with all the positive comments praising General Hodges. Please bring him back again.

[@mairenared]

Always a joy to hear Ben Hodges. He's knowledgeable, well-informed and totally pragmatic. I just wish politicians would pay more heed to his advice.

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

russian hate is what he all about .he thinks of them as the adversary.

[@sibyllefriberg9727]

I absolutely love and respect Lt General Ben Hodges, I only wish our Politicians would listen to him.

[@frederickphelaniii3733]

Amen to that He’s the man 🫡

[@elbibwen3019]

*find and listen Colonel Douglas MacGregor and Scott Ritter* - don't fool yourself with retarded Ben

[@tcb1012]

Sure let's play Russian roulette with a Russian and steak Humanity's future on that😂 what ignoramus idealism👈🤠

[@gmf8171]

Is this going to be like the last time Ukraine "struck back" ? Because that seemed to fizzle out completely and end up being largely destroyed.

[@frederickphelaniii3733]

@@tcb1012 Ukrainian counteroffensive starting soon. They’ll be doing all the hard work, just like they did last year when they took back Their Own land in the north and the south. Really it’s Putin playing Russian roulette. If he’s somehow successful today, he’ll be doing the exact same thing with Georgia, Moldova or some other country 10 years in the future. He’s not gonna stop unless he’s stopped. But if he loses in Ukraine, he’ll likely be out of power, Russian federation could very well collapse into a dozen smaller entities, which would be great news for all the Russian minorities who Putins been drafting into the Russian military to use as cannon fodder. Hes Genociding his own people in this war, yet you cowards think we should bow to and appease this bully….How’d that work with Hitler in 1938….? Now if Ukraine drives south to Melitopol or Mariupol, Putin isn’t gonna drop a nuclear bomb on any of those cities. It would make conditions insanely harder for him to win back ground in those places….it’s just Not gonna happen. These sound like the same voices that said Ukraine would collapse in weeks, that said Russian military was among the best in the world….🤔😂🤣🥲 Back here in reality, Russian army is on the verge of collapse. Shell hunger, the tragedy of Vuhledar(which showcases in all its glory Russian offensive tactics complete FAILURE lol), Russian morale is in the toilet, and crucially they have no ability to easily replace All the advanced weapons they’ve used to terrorize civilians and attack Ukraine’s power grid. Just like the Germans in WW2 didn’t give up when their cities were bombed during the day by US planes and at night by the British, it’s made no difference in Ukraine 80 years later. The war of attrition is nearly over. Combined arms counteroffensive is on the horizon 🇺🇦, lol and while Russian troops will eventually be marched west after their taken prisoner, their clearly(Vuhledar, Bahkmut, Adiivka, Marinka) not in any position to take more ground. They lose 1000 soldiers a day for a couple kilometers at most. If their smart, their saving their reserves for strategic counterattacks against the coming offensive. It’s the best hope they have, as Ukraine will likely strike w 200,000 troops(Army Group=multiple armies) toward Melitopol or Mariupol or maybe both. You wanna know where Ukraine will strike…? Tap into Russian sources and figure out where the most partisan activity is happening behind the lines…because those same Ukrainian partisans will make it hell on earth for the occupiers when the offensive is in full swing. Where they really have a chance is where partisan resistance is at its highest and fiercest….and if you look on the map and at Russian sources, it’s Melitopol ☄️💥🇺🇦 And lastly, the Russian soldier is adept at just the 1 thing: following orders. They do not think for themselves on the battlefield, their NCO’s are powerless and toothless, making little difference in a fight when the shells start flying. They have no initiative, they will Not become partisans if their units are overwhelmed and fragmented. Russian soldiers simply do as their told, march where their told, and lastly die where their officers order them to ‘attack’ lol. Once the Russian command structure is decapitated(which Ukraine has been soooo good at during this war), once supplies stop coming through and orders stop flowing in, the individual Russian soldier will be nothing more than an armed refugee far from home, and surrounded by enemies. They actually don’t wanna die for Putins ambitions….their gonna surrender en masse after Ukrainian armies cut them off. That’s the sad, horrible truth. Their army is struggling: morale is low, critical ammunition is low. Ukraine has been smart to bleed them in places like Bahkmut, as they sacrifice their offensive power every day for no tangible result. The stage is set! The collapse of the Russian army in Ukraine will likely herald the collapse of the Russian federation, and totalitarian rule. Democracy may have a chance to rise in the new nations that will be born from old imperial Russias carcass…and That is exactly what those people need. Russia today is a ghost of the USSR. Their vision and lifestyle has not been eradicated(Putin is keeping it alive) but it cannot survive in todays world. People everywhere want freedom, economic opportunity, and prosperity; why Russia is so threatened by a democratic and prosperous Ukraine….because it shows his own people an alternative that’s better than the gulag, the culture of fear, the mass surveillance of the FSB, that their living in today….

[@stevenpalmer3040]

Thank you General Hodges, I really appreciate your persistent optimism for Ukraine moving forward.

[@annetteryan5110]

*PLEAZZZE!* *THIS WAR IS OVER..UKRAINE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO RUBBLE!* *Sadly, BEN HODGES is a propagandist.. What an absolute shill* *for the U.S. governments propaganda machine!* *WHO IS THE REAL ENEMY..?.. THE ENEMY IS WITHIN!* What we're witnessing today is a "Self-righteous, self-entitled," WOKE, U.S. NATION IN DECLINE & *IT'S DAY'S ARE* *NUMBERED!* Nationalism and those myths about how righteous the U.S. is *...cannot* compensate nor hide *how corrupt and* *ruthless the U.S. truly is!* This country is less than 250 years old, but has been morally & Spiritually bankrupt from within.. *for YEARS!* The political, economic, financial and social problems plaguing the West so prevalent, are only the "symptoms" of the moral & spiritual decline of these nation's! The U S., along with inept government leadership and incompetent NATO leaders are fighting a *"PROXY WAR"* with RUSSIA! The U.S. has used a secretive procedure called ‘127e’ to launch at least 23 “proxy wars” across the globe since 2017! In the current conflict in Ukraine, the U.S. has brought humanity to the brink of a global conflict and we're one miscalculation away from *Nuclear Annilation...* thanks to foolish, "Western leadership" and things can very easily go off the rails! The Western Propaganda & demonization of Russia and all of this heated rhetoric..doesn't stop with Russia, The U.S. HAS ALSO PROVOKED *CHINA AS WELL,* ESCALATING tensions WITH BOTH COUNTRIES THAT POSSESS ADVANCED, HYPERSONIC NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY and these provocations, are clearly in preparation for a bigger war! Inane Western leaders, have failed miserably and have opened up a pandora's box! When Biden said don't worry about nuclear war, what does his administration do..??.. *They purchased 290 MILLION DOLLAR'S* *of ANTI-RADIATION PILLS.* FOR WHO? SURVIVORS OF A "NUCLEAR HOLOCAUST.?.. while tensions escalate. BRILLIANT!!! Everyone should've been down on their knees praying! 🙏 *NEVER BELIEVE THIS LYING GOVERNMENT!* *REMEMBER THE WITHDRAWAL & DEBACLE IN AFGHANISTAN!* *REMEMBER THE SABOTAGE OF THE NORD STREAM PIPELINE!* *ABSOLUTE, FOOLISH U.S. LEADERSHIP..* Democrats will never allow Ukraine out of this nightmare... which would immediately raise the question of.. *how did we EVER end up in this* *quagmire? THE U.S./NATO ..ARE ON A SUICIDE MISSION!* Those absurd Sanctions the West imposed on *RUSSIA??* have had a boomerang effect on the U.S & Europe! The cold, hard reality is that the Russian Ruble that feckless, Pres. Biden said would disintegrate into RUIN..?? (REMEMBER?) *NOW is higher than it's been in years!* Russia has the natural resources, energy reserves, gas & oil! The expansion of The *"BRICS NATIONS"..* their alliance & endeavors, serve as a mortal threat to The U.S. & The West! The foolish West and U.S. miscalculated and will continue to suffer the economic consequences of their actions! *REGIME CHANGE IN RUSSIA IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!* *UKRAINE & THE WEST WILL SUFFER A HUMILIATING DEFEAT!* WHAT IS NEEDED IS A U.S. ADMINISTRATION AND POLICY CHANGE RIGHT HERE IN AMERICA.. *RUSSIA* has Been warning about Ukraine for decades, but the West & their inane leaders wouldn't listen & are hell bent on preserving Western Hegemony! Russia's origins go far beyond Putin. Russia has a foreign and security blob, just as does the United States, with a set of semi-permanent beliefs about Russian vital interests, which are rooted in national history and culture and are shared by large parts of the population. These include the exclusion of hostile military alliances from Russia’s neighborhood and the protection of the political position and cultural rights of Russian minorities. Yeltsin protested strongly against the start of NATO expansion in the 1990s and Russia accustomed itself without too much trouble to NATO membership for the former Soviet satellites in Central Europe. But from the very beginning of NATO expansion, in the mid-1990s, Russian officials and commentators-including liberal reformists-warned that an offer of NATO membership to Georgia and Ukraine *"would bring confrontation with the West"* *and an acute danger of war!* These warnings were echoed by Henry Kissinger and other leading American statesmen... *BUT THE INEPT & AMORAL "WOKE" U.S. GOVERNMENT,* *ALONG WITH A WOKE MILITARY.. (THAT SPONSORED "DRAG* *SHOWS ON MILITARY BASES LIKE LANGLEY??") WOULDN'T* *ENGAGE IN SERIOUS DIPLOMACY* after years of Putin's protestations about NATO expansion... *so he invaded!* Now, this regional conflict, this *"proxy war,"* could "potentially" lead to a global conflict and just one faux pas, one miscalculation can rapidly escalate to ☢ Global Thermonuclear War! 🙏

[@sigmasix3719]

Opyomism for Ukraine 😂😂😂😂😂

[@stubones]

Ukraine is finished, don't believe any lies to the contrary. The Russians haven't mobilised almost 1 million soldiers for nothing. Ukraine is constantly begging for manpower, money and weapons, while Russians aren't. Who do you think is winning?

[@gregvoight8616]

👍🇷🇺🇷🇺👍👍👍👍👍🚩🚩🚩

[@christinemolner5097]

Always looking foreward to listen to Ben Hodges. Bright, well informed, admits where he was wrong, clear views and a true fighter for democracry! Thank you again and again!

[@stephenmcdonald664]

He should be an advisor to Biden.

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

@@stephenmcdonald664 biden dosent know who he is . unless he give him a lot of money.

[@hkuiper100]

We always watch General Ben Hodges. He's so knowledgeable, reasoned, personable and humble. He's also positive. Thank you for this long interview and your excellent questions.

[@gorethegreat]

I could listen to General Ben Hodges all day long. Superb

[@CoolWatts]

Haha, I just said exactly the same thing!

[@dimitrisgregan553]

And you still would have no idea what's going on in Ukraine,better go listen ukraine commanders on the battlefield,this people are interested to see some russians getting killed they don't wana see the total extermination of whole generations of Ukraine's young people.

[@Albert-Mag...]

@@CoolWatts ..haha I was just gonna say the same thing.

[@tcb1012]

Sure let's play Russian roulette with a Russian and steak Humanity's future on that😂 what ignoramus idealism👈🤠

[@Serbian1985]

Russia will cease its active war within 10 days. It lacks three things: time, manpower and ammunition" ~ Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, Mar 14 2022 A US General who never won any war

[@user-gf7kc5fc5m]

General Hodges demonstrates that humans can be strong and humanitarian, brilliant and humble, eloquent and witty, all at once. Thank you for inviting him again.

[@linmal2242]

A very well-rounded man !

[@thespy5845]

Please keep inviting Gen (Ret) Hodges. As a doc, a humanist and one who despises wars, I feel that having a gentleman and scholar define how the west can quickly end this atrocious invasion while also being acutely cognizant of the humanitarian needs is absolutely needed and greatly appreciated.

[@tcb1012]

Sure let's play Russian roulette with a Russian and steak Humanity's future on that😂 what ignoramus idealism👈🤠

[@ZootyZoFo]

@@tcb1012 - Lol, you give your own post a thumbs up because nobody else will, how pathetic!

[@linmal2242]

@@tcb1012 Idiot

[@orionide4032]

​@@tcb1012 freedom or death

[@vermontsownboy6957]

General Hodges is a gem. No matter which channel he speaks on, I watch. Period. I guess that makes me a General Hodges groupie, but so be it. I'm smarter after hearing what Hodges has to say. Great interview. Great content!

[@Steinstra-vj7wl]

The history regarding the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. At the end of the Soviet Union the then leader Gorbachov made a gentleman agreement with the USA, EU and NATO agreeing that NATO would never expand towards the East - to Russia...(who violated the Minsk agreements? Angela Merkel have said that Minsk was never about peace, but to fool Putin / Russia to buy time so that they could arm Ukraine for a future attack against Russia !). So.. what is the history of this dispute? We must go back to the fall of the Soviet Union after which the Ukraine became an independent Country. The people of the Ukraine organized democratic held elections in which Viktor Yanukovych became President. Observers from the EU found nothing wrong with these elections. The voters voting for Yanukovych wished for their Country to stay neutral and to do trade with both the EU and Russia. But the WEF Globalist controlled EU told Yanukovych to only trade with them and he also had to make the Ukraine a member of NATO, or there would be no deal at all. Yanukovych refused. Biden, the CIA and the EU then did everything to remove Yanukovych from power - in which they succeeded in the year 2014 with help of the Ukrainian Stepan Bandera Nazis (who’s Ukrainian predecessor SS volunteers murdered more than 120.000 Jews in WW2 !!!) - to replace him by a corrupt Ukraine Oligarch by the name of Poroshenko. As soon as Poroshenko was installed is when he asked Obama ruled America and the EU / NATO for "protection" against Russia, and so the US and the EU promised to protect Poroshenko. Now feeling secure Poroshenko started to discriminate the Russian SPEAKING Ukrainians living in the east of Ukraine because they didn't want to become part of the EU or NATO as they were promised to stay neutral. So the Russian speaking Ukraine citizen got randomly bombarded by the Poroshenko regime and his successor Zelensky for 8 years straight - killing more than 14.000 people in the 'process'- to which they finally called Putin for help. Putin meanwhile asked the EU many times to stop their support for this Fascist regime (his pleading efforts were never ever shown in our Western media ! ) and the random killing, but instead they doubled their support for Poroshenko and the current ruler Zelensky. See how this works? Putin doesn't want Ukraine to become a NATO member. What would the USA do if Putin was to place troops and rockets along the south or northern US border.. would the USA say : "O please, go ahead " ? The truth is: WEF / EU Globalists want Putin be removed and replaced by some Russia corrupt traitor doing the wishes of the WEF Globalists. Make no mistake (and we see it clearly now in Canada, Australia and Europe) - the WEF Globalists want to rule the whole world; Communist style with Chinese style "social credit score". The Ukraine people should have decided to stay a neutral Country... works VERY well for Switzerland. If Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Belarus and Ukraine would have formed a neutral zone situated between de EU / NATO and Russia there would never be war again. They should together be able to trade with the EU and with Russia too, and they should be allowed to have their own form of defense (industry). But this is made impossible because of evil people who love to hate, kill and destroy, and because of their love for power over others and their love for money, rather than to live in peace with each other. God said through Jesus to love our neighbor as we love ourselves - meaning everyone. The history and truth regarding this conflict must be told and spread throughout Armed Forces and throughout the world. Because if you believe the Western media - you, as a Soldier - will die for lies.

[@Realist369]

Shane he’s a liar and propaganda merchant

[@keithpeden7664]

Me too. I will go to any channel on which he is speaking because he always has nuances added to his basic message. It also helps when he has an intelligent interviewer that can understand his answers and ask about the background follow-up questions why he answered the way he did.

[@Realist369]

@@keithpeden7664 hodges thinks Ukraine will take Crimea this year. You do realise that’s a joke right,like hodges.

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

@@Realist369 agree

[@TheMrCougarful]

Always appreciate hearing from Gen. Hodges.

[@djeddabenali2866]

and Paulus !?

[@markb8468]

​@@djeddabenali2866 depends on which Paulus you're referring to. Elaborate please

[@VDD-2766]

“The women of Iran have more bravery than the Russian citizens!” Love that!

[@alainlefebvre9860]

💯

[@alexmashine]

russians its not human they are absolutely ill of tgey imperialism, they dont deserved to exist

[@paulinemclean375]

Agreed

[@marka4891]

My knee jerk thought to that is to wonder what role vodka plays in all of that. Iran, of course, is a Muslim theocracy and alcohol is strictly banned, but Russian leaders have been, or so I understand, feeding vodka to the people to basically pacify them by stupefying them for more than four centuries by making sure it was cheap and plentiful. But I don't know how much of that is based in actual reality vs how much it's just a stereotype.

[@paulinemclean375]

@@marka4891 I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. Explains a lot.

[@karinfend2980]

Thank you so much, Mr. Fink for inviting Ben Hodges! The host and the guest are equal in their commitment to a better future. Be blessed 🙏

[@IusedtohaveausernameIliked]

Very insightful. Thanks. Ben Hodges is a guy I can listen to all day. He's well informed, articulate, and knows his subject. Slava Ukraini!

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

slav ukrain dose that mean hate towards russia?

[@kikemarugan4843]

General Hodges is the gold standard. Always fair and balanced. Listening to him makes you more knowledgeable and intelligent. Thanks very much for this great interview 💝

[@johnhodge1263]

Sovereign independent country Ukraine is not allowed to have Peace with Russia as instructed by American fading Petrodollar mafia empire 》》kzbin.info/www/bejne/i37MdnWQecd0hpY

[@Davidovic33]

Such a pleasure to listen to Ben Hodges, and he got it right so often in the last year!

[@aural_supremacy]

Last year Putin didn’t want a war, he deliberately sent in a small force to show that Russia had every intention of taking action to stop the killing of Russians in East Ukraine. Zelensky was scheduled to meet Putin in Turkey but NATO at the request of US met Zelensky and said no we will give you anything we can fight back. After the Crimea bridge explosion was when Putin finally gave up hope for a peaceful resolution and implementation of the Minsk agreements that had already been signed and went to a full scale war. Ukraine casualties 200,000-250,000 dead, 400,000 wounded, Russia 25,000 to 30,000 dead, 50,000 wounded. Ukraine is running seriously low on artillery ammunition all the MIG 29’s that they had are gone, all of the tanks are gone, air defence systems are destroyed and they are completely reliant on NATO who has no formal military alliance with Ukraine to supply them. If you think that’s nonsense then ask yourself why then is Zelensky begging for weapons and if the Russians are running away and being defeated why are Poland shivering and planning to put 200,000 troops on their and why is the American 101st airborne In Poland, because Ukraine is being annihilated. Meanwhile on the Russian border with Ukraine is 300,000 Russian troops, that have been training constantly since last year, with 1000’s of Tanks, artillery systems everything waiting for the mud in Ukraine to dry in April, May so you are being lied to.

[@dpelpal]

Ben Hodges and Anders Puck Nielsen called the whole thing.

[@krissteel4074]

He's been a great advocate for democratic values and military sensibility since this started

[@annetteryan5110]

*PLEAZZE!* *MORE B.S.LIES!* *THIS WAR IS OVER..UKRAINE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO RUBBLE* *Sadly, BEN HODGES is a propagandist.. What an absolute shill* *for the U.S. governments propaganda machine!* *WHO IS THE REAL ENEMY..?.. THE ENEMY IS WITHIN!* What we're witnessing today is a "Self-righteous, self-entitled," WOKE, U.S. NATION IN DECLINE & *IT'S DAY'S ARE* *NUMBERED!* Nationalism and those myths about how righteous the U.S. is *...cannot* compensate nor hide *how corrupt and* *ruthless the U.S. truly is!* This country is less than 250 years old, but has been morally & Spiritually bankrupt from within.. *for YEARS!* The political, economic, financial and social problems plaguing the West so prevalent, are only the "symptoms" of the moral & spiritual decline of these nation's! The U S., along with inept government leadership and incompetent NATO leaders are fighting a *"PROXY WAR"* with RUSSIA! The U.S. has used a secretive procedure called ‘127e’ to launch at least 23 “proxy wars” across the globe since 2017! In the current conflict in Ukraine, the U.S. has brought humanity to the brink of a global conflict and we're one miscalculation away from *Nuclear Annilation...* thanks to foolish, "Western leadership" and things can very easily go off the rails! The Western Propaganda & demonization of Russia and all of this heated rhetoric..doesn't stop with Russia, The U.S. HAS ALSO PROVOKED *CHINA AS WELL,* ESCALATING tensions WITH BOTH COUNTRIES THAT POSSESS ADVANCED, HYPERSONIC NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY and these provocations, are clearly in preparation for a bigger war! Inane Western leaders, have failed miserably and have opened up a pandora's box! When Biden said don't worry about nuclear war, what does his administration do..??.. *They purchased 290 MILLION DOLLAR'S* *of ANTI-RADIATION PILLS.* FOR WHO? SURVIVORS OF A "NUCLEAR HOLOCAUST.?.. while tensions escalate. BRILLIANT!!! Everyone should've been down on their knees praying! 🙏 *NEVER BELIEVE THIS LYING GOVERNMENT!* *REMEMBER THE WITHDRAWAL & DEBACLE IN AFGHANISTAN!* *REMEMBER THE SABOTAGE OF THE NORD STREAM PIPELINE!* *ABSOLUTE, FOOLISH U.S. LEADERSHIP..* Democrats will never allow Ukraine out of this nightmare... which would immediately raise the question of.. *how did we EVER end up in this* *quagmire? THE U.S./NATO ..ARE ON A SUICIDE MISSION!* Those absurd Sanctions the West imposed on *RUSSIA??* have had a boomerang effect on the U.S & Europe! The cold, hard reality is that the Russian Ruble that feckless, Pres. Biden said would disintegrate into RUIN..?? (REMEMBER?) *NOW is higher than it's been in years!* Russia has the natural resources, energy reserves, gas & oil! The expansion of The *"BRICS NATIONS"..* their alliance & endeavors, serve as a mortal threat to The U.S. & The West! The foolish West and U.S. miscalculated and will continue to suffer the economic consequences of their actions! *REGIME CHANGE IN RUSSIA IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!* *UKRAINE & THE WEST WILL SUFFER A HUMILIATING DEFEAT!* WHAT IS NEEDED IS A U.S. ADMINISTRATION AND POLICY CHANGE RIGHT HERE IN AMERICA.. *RUSSIA* has Been warning about Ukraine for decades, but the West & their inane leaders wouldn't listen & are hell bent on preserving Western Hegemony! Russia's origins go far beyond Putin. Russia has a foreign and security blob, just as does the United States, with a set of semi-permanent beliefs about Russian vital interests, which are rooted in national history and culture and are shared by large parts of the population. These include the exclusion of hostile military alliances from Russia’s neighborhood and the protection of the political position and cultural rights of Russian minorities. Yeltsin protested strongly against the start of NATO expansion in the 1990s and Russia accustomed itself without too much trouble to NATO membership for the former Soviet satellites in Central Europe. But from the very beginning of NATO expansion, in the mid-1990s, Russian officials and commentators-including liberal reformists-warned that an offer of NATO membership to Georgia and Ukraine *"would bring confrontation with the West"* *and an acute danger of war!* These warnings were echoed by Henry Kissinger and other leading American statesmen... *BUT THE INEPT & AMORAL "WOKE" U.S. GOVERNMENT,* *ALONG WITH A WOKE MILITARY.. (THAT SPONSORED "DRAG* *SHOWS ON MILITARY BASES LIKE LANGLEY??") WOULDN'T* *ENGAGE IN SERIOUS DIPLOMACY* after years of Putin's protestations about NATO expansion... *so he invaded!* Now, this regional conflict, this *"proxy war,"* could "potentially" lead to a global conflict and just one faux pas, one miscalculation can rapidly escalate to ☢ Global Thermonuclear War! 🙏

[@RobBCactive]

Right, Ben actually knew what Ukrainians were capable of from past experience. The prediction of culminations and large Moskal retreats were accurate. Puck Nielsen is also worth listening to, he called it early that the Moskals would NOT pause, despite their logistics difficulties, I think politically Vladolf Pootin is trapped, his best option is to defect and enjoy the ICC hospitality in the Hague.

[@TedErhartCFP]

Ben Hodges is the man! Thanks for the conversation!

[@123ZURLON]

General Hodges for US President ... now what a breath of fresh air and high intelligence that would be!

[@alexlindsey6446]

He's down to earth

[@dimitrisgregan553]

He is a clueless neocon,he said back in march that russia will stop the war in ten days because they lack ammunition and manpower.

[@c2ccontracting47]

@@dimitrisgregan553 you must be talking about Douglas Macgregor saying that the Ukrainians are days away from collapsing since day 1

[@dimitrisgregan553]

@@c2ccontracting47 well after two weeks ukraine lost 20% of their territory,the territory that russia said they go after, that's pretty much a collapse

[@c2ccontracting47]

@@dimitrisgregan553 you might be forgetting the Ukrainians have recaptured half the territory that the Russians took during the initial phase of the invasion. They retook Kharkiv region , Kherson city and others. And now with RU's bakhmut offensive seemingly going to shit, it doesn't look good for Putin.

[@cenccenc946]

Ben did something I have never heard from any of the "western" retired generals and TV military "experts". He admitted he was wrong about Russian military capabilities; and, that is why I like him so much. Too many, current and former military, seem to be doubling down on Russian magical military capabilities, even in the face of overwhelming evidence to the contrary, because they built their carriers being wrong about it and now seem desperate to save their legacy (or job). I find that especially terrifying when they are still in the Pentagon or Brussels making life and death decisions for guys in a trench in Ukraine facing russians across a field; let alone, the World for the next decade. Western militaries will look very different in another decade, I hope.

[@monikahammaren8509]

Actually, it is quite rare that people in general admit they were wrong - and here the General admits it, not making a big fuss, just saying it as it is natural to sometimes be mistaken. That is an impressive human being!

[@pacifist9805]

Russia's weakness is a mix of several factors that even russians themselves didn't see the big picture. It's however better to overestimate the opponent.

[@jaella..8989]

Absolutely why i admire him so, a General who is not controlled by his military ego. I wish there were more of him!

[@valuggel8972]

This dude is so utterly delusional its hard to address him as general...explains this clusterfck though😂

[@DarkRoomAmbience]

Yeah like that MacGregor clown who has been saying Russia will beat Ukraine in 3 weeks, every month for 13 months. The amount of times hes been quoted by botniks, like a gift that keeps on giving

[@TheKCBBQ]

This man is a breath of fresh air. Honest about past mistakes or lack of understanding the theater of the Russian adversary.

[@craybro]

One of the best interviews I’ve watched on the subject, and great insights from General Hodges. I wish Biden and the European leaders would all watch this interview in full

[@PalleRasmussen]

Gen. Hodges is both a good officer and a humanist. We need more of his kind.

[@markmitchell457]

When a channel gets real scummy trolls, you know the channel is hurting the Russians. 🇺🇦🇺🇸

[@alainlefebvre9860]

​@@loveandwar4474really? Is that the best you've got, child?

[@PalleRasmussen]

@@loveandwar4474 if only you had evidence of the Vranyo you spout.

[@PalleRasmussen]

@@loveandwar4474 have some Copium. Actually for you, have some Copium+ kzbin.infouqQpYd7dR7A?feature=share

[@ThunderAppeal]

@@loveandwar4474 And a rat skymbag.

[@longwildernesswalks]

It's hilarious (and downright sad) how much Milley and his Cronies got wrong from day 1. It's pathetic. Gen. Hodges was a well respected leader, and still is. I just wish our current MIL leadership in the US was as competent.

[@dimitrisgregan553]

They haven't got it wrong,they used propaganda you really think they believed that russia could take a huge country like ukraine in three days?with nato trained soldiers and nato guns in it???they said that to have the argument that russia failed and make ukrainians believe they could win, don't be naive.

[@CoolWatts]

Ben Hodges is awesome. I can listen to him speak all day long. From an American living in Kherson: Thank you, General.

[@terrydean1199]

I love hearing the General share his views!

[@johnthefinn]

Ben Hodges is the most sensible commentator on this war that there is.

[@18_rabbit]

no, just different, albeit superb. The Brits have a couple of brilliant commentators including former military folks as well as guys like Tobias Ellwood which has consistently had the right calls and predicated everything accurately and cautiously, whereas the status quo until maybe last Fall was the west doing only just enough, as if studying things to death.

[@malcolmgibson5088]

​@@18_rabbit Sir Richard Shirriff said in the first few months, that Russia could not win, due to logistics, command and control and just being crap.

[@dpelpal]

I like Ben Hodges, but I also like Anders Puck Nielsen from Denmark. Would love to see him interview Ben Hodges! Also enjoy Jonathan's questions....they aren't softballs or fluff.

[@paulbuckland2078]

Always refreshing to hear General Ben's expertise & common sense. Its just a great pity he can't have more of official impact & influence to speed up sending the weapons that are needed to end this war once & for all. Keep up these great interviews!!

[@nigeldesylva249]

Anybody who believe this garbage must have their head felt. The media and politicians have lied since day one. Biden and co have made a fortune out of this war which is a dead duck. I suggest you listen instead to Col Douglas Mcgregor or Scott Ritter who are two of the best interpreters of what is going on.

[@srbislavn]

This guy is a general ? He doesn't know where is left.....

[@larryzigler6812]

@@srbislavn 🤡 3 DAYS IVAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@davidjones6389]

@@srbislavn Russian Generals could not stand up to this guy.

[@dmo7815]

Joe will fight the Russians to the Last Ukrainian!

[@wawood059]

More very sensible and well-informed commentary by General Ben Hodges. Thank you, Sir!

[@elbibwen3019]

*find and listen Colonel Douglas MacGregor and Scott Ritter* - don't fool yourself with retarded Ben

[@johngerlaugh3602]

General Hodges is one of the clearest thinkers out there. Perhaps we will luck out and talk him out of retirement to serve in a DoD or State Dept senior leadership billet. My vote is SecDef. The guy just has a way of communicating clearly on complex issues. Or perhaps US Ambassador to the UN or Ukraine. We'd be very lucky to get him back on the USG team! Great interview!

[@JCtheMusicMan_]

A fantastic interview with a broad range of excellent and relevant questions for General Hodges! His invaluable wealth of wisdom gained through a 38 year Army career and his willingness to openly share his knowledge is so much appreciated! ❤ Glory to Ukraine! 🇺🇦💜

[@barbeonline351]

I so appreciate the interviews these two have posted. It is so rare to find analysis that accepts that what is happening has global components, rather than those who only see front lines and tables of attrition. A well prepared range of interrogatories from the host and an equally outfitted comprehensive and articulate set of responses from the general. I don't know anywhere where this job has been done better, and I spend plenty of time looking.

[@matthewbrowning3206]

Is Hodges as smart as diversity hire Austin?

[@johnhodge1263]

Drowning & Lashing out UK MOD has just confirmed the use of depleted uranium shells in tanks they are sending to East Ukraine. Pushing for direct military action. A massive Escalation in this NATO V RUSSIA regime change WAR. Putting at risk the people in the Russian speaking area of East Ukraine of Cancer & Contaminated soil. 》》kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHuwZYJtbZt_jdE

[@annetteryan5110]

*PLEAZZZE!* *THIS WAR IS OVER..UKRAINE HAS BEEN REDUCED TO RUBBLE!* *Sadly, BEN HODGES, is a propagandist.. What an absolute shill* *for the U.S. governments propaganda machine!* *WHO IS THE REAL ENEMY..?.. THE ENEMY IS WITHIN!* What we're witnessing today is a "Self-righteous, self-entitled," WOKE, U.S. NATION IN DECLINE & *IT'S DAY'S ARE* *NUMBERED!* Nationalism and those myths about how righteous the U.S. is *...cannot* compensate nor hide *how corrupt and* *ruthless the U.S. truly is!* This country is less than 250 years old, but has been morally & Spiritually bankrupt from within.. *for YEARS!* The political, economic, financial and social problems plaguing the West so prevalent, are only the "symptoms" of the moral & spiritual decline of these nation's! The U S., along with inept government leadership and incompetent NATO leaders are fighting a *"PROXY WAR"* with RUSSIA! The U.S. has used a secretive procedure called ‘127e’ to launch at least 23 “proxy wars” across the globe since 2017! In the current conflict in Ukraine, the U.S. has brought humanity to the brink of a global conflict and we're one miscalculation away from *Nuclear Annilation...* thanks to foolish, "Western leadership" and things can very easily go off the rails! The Western Propaganda & demonization of Russia and all of this heated rhetoric..doesn't stop with Russia, The U.S. HAS ALSO PROVOKED *CHINA AS WELL,* ESCALATING tensions WITH BOTH COUNTRIES THAT POSSESS ADVANCED, HYPERSONIC NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY and these provocations, are clearly in preparation for a bigger war! Inane Western leaders, have failed miserably and have opened up a pandora's box! When Biden said don't worry about nuclear war, what does his administration do..??.. *They purchased 290 MILLION DOLLAR'S* *of ANTI-RADIATION PILLS.* FOR WHO? SURVIVORS OF A "NUCLEAR HOLOCAUST.?.. while tensions escalate. BRILLIANT!!! Everyone should've been down on their knees praying! 🙏 *NEVER BELIEVE THIS LYING GOVERNMENT!* *REMEMBER THE WITHDRAWAL & DEBACLE IN AFGHANISTAN!* *REMEMBER THE SABOTAGE OF THE NORD STREAM PIPELINE!* *ABSOLUTE, FOOLISH U.S. LEADERSHIP..* Democrats will never allow Ukraine out of this nightmare... which would immediately raise the question of.. *how did we EVER end up in this* *quagmire? THE U.S./NATO ..ARE ON A SUICIDE MISSION!* Those absurd Sanctions the West imposed on *RUSSIA??* have had a boomerang effect on the U.S & Europe! The cold, hard reality is that the Russian Ruble that feckless, Pres. Biden said would disintegrate into RUIN..?? (REMEMBER?) *NOW is higher than it's been in years!* Russia has the natural resources, energy reserves, gas & oil! The expansion of The *"BRICS NATIONS"..* their alliance & endeavors, serve as a mortal threat to The U.S. & The West! The foolish West and U.S. miscalculated and will continue to suffer the economic consequences of their actions! *REGIME CHANGE IN RUSSIA IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!* *UKRAINE & THE WEST WILL SUFFER A HUMILIATING DEFEAT!* WHAT IS NEEDED IS A U.S. ADMINISTRATION AND POLICY CHANGE RIGHT HERE IN AMERICA.. *RUSSIA* has Been warning about Ukraine for decades, but the West & their inane leaders wouldn't listen & are hell bent on preserving Western Hegemony! Russia's origins go far beyond Putin. Russia has a foreign and security blob, just as does the United States, with a set of semi-permanent beliefs about Russian vital interests, which are rooted in national history and culture and are shared by large parts of the population. These include the exclusion of hostile military alliances from Russia’s neighborhood and the protection of the political position and cultural rights of Russian minorities. Yeltsin protested strongly against the start of NATO expansion in the 1990s and Russia accustomed itself without too much trouble to NATO membership for the former Soviet satellites in Central Europe. But from the very beginning of NATO expansion, in the mid-1990s, Russian officials and commentators-including liberal reformists-warned that an offer of NATO membership to Georgia and Ukraine *"would bring confrontation with the West"* *and an acute danger of war!* These warnings were echoed by Henry Kissinger and other leading American statesmen... *BUT THE INEPT & AMORAL "WOKE" U.S. GOVERNMENT,* *ALONG WITH A WOKE MILITARY.. (THAT SPONSORED "DRAG* *SHOWS ON MILITARY BASES LIKE LANGLEY??") WOULDN'T* *ENGAGE IN SERIOUS DIPLOMACY* after years of Putin's protestations about NATO expansion... *so he invaded!* Now, this regional conflict, this *"proxy war,"* could "potentially" lead to a global conflict and just one faux pas, one miscalculation can rapidly escalate to ☢ Global Thermonuclear War! 🙏

[@mikefallwell1301]

@@johnhodge1263 you made something like Chernobyl

[@minimaxmiaandme.4971]

Always enjoy listening to Mr. Hodges perspective on the war strategy. Slava Ukraine!! 🇨🇦💝

[@tomonabudget]

Recent Ben Hodges video shows up in my feed? I watch. This man is a gold-mine of knowledge. He's very soft spoken, informed on the conflict and has a very graceful way discuss what's going on. His predictions so far have also been very spot on. Great interview as usual. I'm surprised this channel doesn't have more subscribers yet.

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

a soft spoken russian hater and deep state leftist thats all he represents.

[@IndelibleNihilist]

I very much like Ben Hodges, his honesty and candor are unique. Thank you for the excellent interview!

[@kinkan5433]

badly for Russia, those idiot clowns are literally digging their own graves

[@michaelmazowiecki9195]

General Hodges , unlike his dithering and appeasing counterparts in the Pentagon, speaks clearly, plainly and intelligently. In so doing, he lays out what needs to be done for Ukraine to win. A pity he isn't the Chief of Staff of the US.

[@niio111]

The Pentagon is full of yes men serving a dithering and appeasing administration. Change is needed in both organizations.

[@jerrysartain2539]

Ben Hodges ,what a legend!

[@robertsmuggles6871]

Kudos for getting this interview. You better listen to this guy - he's going to tell you that any fool offering 'Crimea for peace' will guarantee continued war.

[@operator9858]

'this' is your legend? wow. ahahahaha

[@-Deena.]

Yep. He is always 100% spot on.

[@kyle-ld2gh]

@@operator9858 vastly better then that m0r0n McGregor who has been a ruzzian asset for years.

[@derdude9654]

​@@operator9858 yours is Putin😂

[@passenger3]

I never want to miss a Ben H interview, and this is one of the lengthier ones on the platform. For me Ben has always had the logistics of this conflict nailed down on how to deal with Russia. I wish he was Nato's General. Fantastic, thank you

[@gregtwomey1805]

Tremendous! Slava Ukraine! 💙💛

[@dogefort8410]

"A few more missiles, a few more unlucky conscripts" The tagline of Day 3+ of this war.

[@randr302]

♥️my favorite General of all time!!♥️

[@bobbyd6680]

Mine Is US Grant. But I can't listen to him, so Ben is the next best thing.

[@garthmckeil9539]

I truly enjoy your discussions with Gen. Hodges. The back and forth feels like it is happening over a dinner table where I am waiting for a pause to ask someone to pass the potatoes. I thoroughly enjoy the intimate yet relaxed flow of the conversation. Thank you both for getting together and inviting us in once again.

[@linmal2242]

I just finished mine, sebagos, with brocholi, peas, carrots, pumpkin and lamb chops ! Delish.

[@mgoshko1963]

Gen Hodges is such a class act. Can't get enough of his wisdom.

[@drcornelius8275]

Wisdom to kill us all in WW3.....

[@jpx1508]

Hodges brings the highest professional expertise and the most comprehensive and relevant analysis available, defining military excellence in practice. It is a huge benefit to the public that he continues to actively share his expertise. I look forward to anything Hodges feels is worth sharing.

[@aural_supremacy]

Except that he is lying though it’s Ukraine that is down and almost out, there next counter offensive will be the last gasp of a nearly completely destroyed army that is the Ukraine army, 200 000 to 250,000 Ukrainian dead so far 400,000 wounded Russia 20,000-30,000 dead 50,000 wounded and Ukraine is down to their last 30-40,000.

[@derdude9654]

​@@aural_supremacy 😂 Take your meds

[@kikemarugan4843]

And he’s a class act

[@shooster5884]

@@aural_supremacy 🙄😂🤭🙄😂

[@rickeyharris268]

​@@aural_supremacy saying that for a nation that has to bomb civilians recruit convicts out of prison yeah you can say anything you want but it just sounds stupid and that's the only the small part I can go on and own

[@nicholasgodfrey8585]

There is something about Ben Hodges that makes me smile. Again a good discourse from both of you. What does Russia hope to gain? A sows purse a days vanity the nights remorse. As always thankyou

[@51greenstone]

What is America hoping to gain? With its endless proxy wars it instigates

[@garmar704]

Jonathan and General Hodges, thank you. This interview series has been so great. Amazing guests every time. Onward to a full Ukrainian victory 🇺🇦

[@alexsalemo9137]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 propagandist enjoy their delusional fake news 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dimitrisgregan553]

Ukraine is exhausted and getting exterminated,the young Ukrainians going in the front they are up against thousand rounds of artilery and die,what victory you mumbling about, Ukraine's whole generation is gone.

[@alexsalemo9137]

Don’t be foolish, that’s never going to happen, Ukraine is already done ✅ this guy is just another US so called ex Generals propagandists

[@johnkeegan6646]

More down to earth and wise General Ben Hodges!

[@GoldenTridentfilms]

BEN ALWAYS HITS THE NAIL ON THE HEAD!)) SLAVA UKRAINI! RESPECTS

[@rebeccabennett4344]

I always look forward to your interviews with Ben Hodges. Rational, informative and well thought out. Thank you.

[@srbislavn]

Nothing rational in cherry picking data...... General shouldn't act like that..... He is cheapest propagandist

[@larryzigler6812]

@@srbislavn Will give you a reply in 3 DAYS IVAN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHEHEHEHEHEHHARHARHARHARHAR🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤡

[@18_rabbit]

@@srbislavn can u elaborate, even in a slavic language, or r u a bot, or r u an underinformed, undereducated russo-cretin w/ an ad-hominem attack? Btw, get ready for the most humiliating series of events for Ru over the next few years. Gonna be one for the history books, lol! Worst in about five hundo years!

[@giannimotzer4789]

@@srbislavn You don't know what you're talking about. That's why everything goes up in smoke with you.

[@davidelliott5843]

Don’t confuse Ben Hodges with Peter Zeihan. The matter is a showman with one broken record. Hodges actually knows what he’s talking about.

[@henrystanford7052]

I have never been in the military but I truly love listening to this man speak seems to understand everything that's going on and gives us his clear-cut personal experience and opinion I personally would like to hear more from him

[@markbeames7852]

That's the job of every American O-9 and O-10.

[@18_rabbit]

@@markbeames7852 what in tarnation do u mean?

[@markbeames7852]

@@18_rabbit google's your friend.

[@davidelliott5843]

Logistics is the most difficult job to do right. Gen Hodges is a logistics expert so by definition he has to be a damn good leader.

[@markbeames7852]

@@davidelliott5843 ergo expert logisticians make damn good leaders? Wait...what?

[@PlanetarPL]

Always a pleasure to hear from General Hodges. Thanks.

[@stephenmcdonald664]

A view from Canada. Excellent discussion. I was surprised to learn that there's approx. 500 Bradley vehicles in mothballs in the US that could be shipped to the Ukraine. NATO Allies have provided a great deal of military assistance but much more is needed. Ukraine must WIN this war.

[@dartholemewspaceinvader6333]

Always a pleasure to hear from General Ben!

[@dnpenn]

Great show. Thanks for the thoughtful discussion with Ben Hodges. You both are gifted communicators. Slava Ukraini!

[@davidsphere]

Slava Ukraini! is just to close to Nazi chants like " Heil Hitler!" and " Sieg Heil!" for any reasonable person not to notice this isall going to end up in a bunker somewhere.

[@markmitchell457]

Another great video. General Hodges is always insightful and informative. He is very kind to spend so much time speaking to the KZbin audience.

[@Albert-Mag...]

He's a good man with a kind heart....The world needs more men like General Hodges.

[@mfrobert100]

Ben Hodges is the best! Always on point, expert strategist, and fearless. I hope that the US deciders take his advise on issues of the war in Ukraine. Thanks for inviting him to this interview!

[@planet-karma]

Great interview. "Why is that it seems that the women of Iran are more courageous than the people of Russia?", Hodges asks. Very good question. Another good question is why do you hear so many in Russia cheering on the atrocities in Ukraine when they claim to be a peaceful nation defending itself?

[@KayAteChef]

It is tempting to think that there must be some big difference in attitudes but I think it boils down to Iran's Government making life really poor for women and so creating inevitable conflict and Russia's Government making life really poor for people who complain publicly. So you have huge populations in both countries who want liberty but the economics of protesting are different.

[@alainlefebvre9860]

I blame the Russians' behavioral problems on decades of brainwashing intermixed with DNA damage caused by lifetimes of alcohol abuse.

[@mcdibbern9919]

Another great interview with Ben Hodges who always has such a great contribution to make. Well done and thank you.

[@linmal2242]

Thankyou 'Johanes Think' for your fine interview with Gen Hodges, an excellent authority !

[@SiliconCurtain]

Maybe that should be my pen name as a future career as a writer?!

[@georgewilkie3580]

Great Combat Commander, Gen. Ben Hodges is exactly that, and more. I served with the U.S. Army 505th PIR 82nd Airborne, Ranger Qualified. Gen. Hodges is the type of Military Leader that good combat Troops will walk through walls for. I only wish that I had served under his Command when I was active. Today, Gen. Hodges is a living legend in Spec Ops circles. My sincere Thanks to the producers of this video for having Gen. Hodges as their esteemed guest. It's wonderful to be able to hear the General's input and wisdom on the Russian criminal invasion and the Brave and Galant response by the Top Tier Ukrainian Military. The Unkrainian People have a solid Friend in General Hodges. I have no doubt at all that at the end of the Day, Ukraine will win a Victory that will go down in history as both fearless and brilliant! Slava Ukraini!

[@SiliconCurtain]

👍

[@user-fm4dt8fd8d]

russia will prevail and people will be free from the west exploitation. and generals such as hodges .

[@ryanbradley5192]

Fantastic interview. General Hodges is so well informed and insightful.

[@MonteRosa849]

Great podcast Mr. Fink. Thank you very much for bringing Ben Hodges back! Intelligent and insightful discussion! 🇺🇦✌️

[@SiliconCurtain]

👍

[@emilen2]

I wonder how Ben finds time for all the interviews he's doing on a wide variety of KZbin channels. What a wholesome man!

[@primalamusica3]

Thank you for inviting Ben Hodges. I have such respect for his intelligent , straightforward analysis. Thank you Silicon Curtain for your contribution to a better understanding of the dangerous times we are going through.

[@Joe-bh6nf]

Hodges gets it!!!!

[@lenwalker7393]

A fabulous interview. Ben Hodges is knowledgeable, experienced, authoritative and informative. 🇨🇦

[@robertwilkinson8421]

Really appreciate and enjoy listening to General Ben Hodges. This man is the real deal, he's been there and then some, so he speaks with Authority.

[@geoffsimpkins7650]

Thank you, Gen. Hodges, for being honest about what Russia really fears, a liberal and successful Ukraine, busting the Russian superiority myth.

[@samsungtap4183]

Your wrong what Russia fears is the destruction of Russia and it being broken up and exploited just like NATO did to Yugoslavia ! Just like Napoleon tried to do. Just like what Snitla tried to do. That's what they fear and that's why they fight... to protect a way of life, their own !

[@ThunderAppeal]

Youre an idiot like this hodges idiot.

[@dancahill9585]

Let's face it, the death of Russian Superiority was the utter incompetence of Vlad Putin. He invades other countries to distract his people from the fact that Russia's economy is going nowhere under his leadership.

[@jaazz90]

not as much as "superiority" myth, but more of "its-all-the-same-everywhere-and-everyone-is-corrupt-anyway-so-why-bother-doing-anything-at-all" myth :) but yes it is what they fear!

[@alexsalemo9137]

Liberal and successful Ukraine? 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 corrupt country like Ukraine??? I doubt…

[@CITAP1]

I consider this the most informative, unbiased interview regarding the current state of the war in Ukraine

[@aliyadavid2072]

Unbiased lmao. Hahaha

[@c2ccontracting47]

@@aliyadavid2072 not as wildly biased as Scott Ritter and Douglas macgregor

[@aliyadavid2072]

Scott Ritter and the colonel are the only handful of western sources who are not repeating western talking points. Everyone else is wildly brainwashed.

[@linmal2242]

@@c2ccontracting47 They're nuts !

[@jay90374]

@@c2ccontracting47 Flip side of same coin!

[@vladpootin5973]

Always a delight to get to listen to General Hodges, his insights will leave one smarter and more educated and knowledgeable on the topic. a terrific guy, this honorable American military general.

[@1mlister]

The guest you are getting are top flight

[@-Deena.]

For such an incredibly high quality channel, I'm always surprised that it's not 2m subs, rather than 20k. Thank you for such amazing content. I get really angry at Musk and Ben Hodges literally chuckles at him. He's so right!

[@alainlefebvre9860]

💯

[@alexmashine]

Elon muskow

[@franckbrunie4759]

People are tired of such channels of pure propaganda where nobody having adverse views is ever invited. Only echo boxes of US-forged narrative in order to justify to send so many ikrainians to death instead of negociating

[@johnhodge1263]

Sovereign independent country Ukraine is not allowed to have Peace with Russia as instructed by American fading Petrodollar mafia empire 》》kzbin.info/www/bejne/i37MdnWQecd0hpY

[@AG-gr4fm]

People don’t understand politics, don’t care about future and mostly watch tons of junk, sadly.

[@puccini4530]

Now THAT is a proper, informed, conversation. I do hope he's right.

[@Brenda-hg2ku]

Alot of our history is missing Ben. Glad you are educating people of the world None should ever be overlooked.

[@johncampbell2273]

Ben Hodges has a folksy delivery that belies the sophistication of this comments and accuracy of his observations. As ever, I leave his interview with a greater sense of comprehension of a challenging situation, filled with more hope for a peaceful outcome. Grateful, as ever.

[@andresavard6388]

Let us now hope that we will decide for a complete victory for Ukraine. It is distressing to see so much dithering to establish Ukraine in a position of strength. May the Ukrainian nation take over its entire territory, join NATO and Europe, and live in peace in the sympathy of the human family, which it has amply deserved. Thanks to General Hodges for his integrity, lucidity, and commitment.

[@ljubisadimitraskovic3169]

How difficult is it for you to be realistic and see things in reality

[@andresavard6388]

@@ljubisadimitraskovic3169 I see very clearly what the reality of the Russians is since they feed insurrectionary hotbeds and repeat that what was Soviet is now Russian. And I take the measure that this nation exalted by a disproportionate idea of itself that it confuses with the greatness of its territory puts the world at risk.

[@jay90374]

LOL 😆😆 sounds like utopia, and about as likely!

[@williambunting803]

The reason why Crimea is so important to Putin, its not about Russia, it is about that Putin has his 1.3 billion dollar Summer Palace just 170 klm from the Kerch Bridge or 370 klms from Sevastopol, a mansion where he has a harbour big enough for his 2 super yachts. Putin clearly promised himself that he would have a whole sea to himself for his super yacht cruises with guests. The US drone was just 200 klms from HIS place and 210 klms from his girl friend’s place. Putin is not giving this up, full stop.

[@AntoineDeSaintYT]

Great podcast. Thank you for emphasizing the need for decisive Ukrainian victory! 🇺🇦❤️

[@nabhalem]

Ben is probably the most humble character from all military experts. Massive respect to him and his insights. would be a honor to meet the man in person.

[@SiliconCurtain]

👍

[@blackcatdungeonmastersfami5311]

He has a lot to be humble about. His predictions have been laughable.

[@FuriousImp]

@blackcat Which predictions were those?

[@lochnessspeedwerkz6557]

​@@blackcatdungeonmastersfami5311 Most of his predictions have been absolutely spot on besides taking crimea by christmas. 🤷

[@colinjames2469]

@@blackcatdungeonmastersfami5311 another idiot putinbot. Go back to your hole.

[@clairejeannette8454]

Great interview. Thanks to both of you.

[@kentinspacetime5378]

I learn a lot about war and strategy listening to General Hodges. You have me convinced, General; it’s all about Crimea.

[@alainlefebvre9860]

Loved this episode! Ben Hodges is the best, I could listen to his words of wisdom all day long! Thank you and I look forward to the next meeting where Ben analyzes the counter-offensive towards and hopefully into Crimea! Totally agree that Ukraine must take back all of Ukraine. The west must get it's sh1t together and ramp up ammo production and give Ukraine every capability it needs to win. Russia must be er, ever be able to do this again!

[@andrewmossop6241]

A very good listen, thanks Jonathan, great to listen to General Hodges again.

[@fgarnold]

As an American with a long history of progressive political views & disgust with the abuses of our military-industrial complex, I never thought I'd want to see an Army general in the White House again. But Hodges might change my mind. I haven't heard anyone else in this country showing the capacity for leadership & visionary thinking as he has - certainly not our current Commander-in-Chief.

[@frankvanderstaay7564]

Excellent interview - I appreciate hearing General Hodge's knowledge and opinions

[@kinkan5433]

clearly russia is confused and can't be trusted

[@mooglemy3813]

Yea! They asked if he missed the military and his job. Candid answer and said they have lots of brighter, smarter younger people in charge now. He missed his radio and updates. Held up his smart phone and admitted to not being all that good with the technology. A humble man. No arrogance ever from him. Good guy in my book.

[@lenmoss378]

I love Ben's subtle messaging to politicians

[@Puleczech]

Hodges is really great to listen to. Very balanced outlook, sharp, on point, no BS. Always looking forward to listen what he has to share about the situation.

[@judithcampbell1705]

I believe Ben Hodges would make a great president of the USA 🇺🇸 and I thank him for his service and support for Ukraine!

[@pilchard2000]

Never tire of Bens talks , concise and informative, thank you for having him back.

[@Brendanno100]

❤ General Ben

[@gunvormagarity-groves8005]

Brilliant. Thank you General Hodges!

[@TANEM315]

Easily one of the greatest interviews on the war so far, great interviewer lets Ben shine with his insights. Ben's humor isn't only great but also helps to deliver his insights with utmost clarity.

[@SiliconCurtain]

👍

[@johnhodge1263]

Sovereign independent country Ukraine is not allowed to have Peace with Russia as instructed by American fading Petrodollar mafia empire 》》kzbin.info/www/bejne/i37MdnWQecd0hpY

[@64mustangfan]

When this man speaks, I listen. Thanks for a fine video.

[@boobiboo8691]

Love hearing from Ben Hodges.

[@alexandrailnyckyj6059]

I love Ben Hodges. What an intelligent and compassionate human.

[@francoislefort28]

Thank you for such a great lesson of what is needed for freedom of our democracy in 2023