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Peter Zeihan: Can Ukraine Claim the Skies and Destroy Russian Air Defenses?

Thought Leader: Peter Zeihan
August 7, 2024

From Peter Zeihan: Ukraine is figuring out how to maximize the effectiveness of its weapons (both NATO-supplied and domestic), allowing them to strike deep within Russian territory. Some notable “hits” include destroying a strategic bomber and refinery, sinking a sub, and taking out numerous air defense systems.

These attacks will continue to weaken the Russians’ ability to defend against air assaults, making the arrival of F-16s from European allies all that more interesting. The goal is to achieve air superiority in key areas, even if it’s only temporary, and allow for more effective combined warfare.

This shift in tactics could lead to significant breakthroughs on the front lines, as Russia will be forced to pull back from their current positions. Whether the Ukrainians will be able to capitalize is a question that will have to wait…

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