Episode Notes:

Michael Kofman and Rob Lee continue their discussion of the Russo-Ukrainian War based on their latest field study. They assess the battlefield outlook for 2026, including Russia’s offensive prospects, Ukraine’s manpower challenges, and the potential for localized counterattacks. They also examine the fighting around key urban areas in the Donbas, the pressures facing Ukrainian defenses, and what recent frontline developments may reveal about the next phase of the war.

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