Gen. David Petraeus on the War in Ukraine at its 4 year anniversary

Gen. David Petraeus on the War in Ukraine at its 4 year anniversary

Author: Mark McNamee March 5, 2026 Duration: 39:38
Last week marked the 4-year anniversary of Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. To mark this date, I had the great pleasure to speak with Gen. David Petraeus to do an overview of where the war is today and where it’s heading.  Among other topics discussed, we focused on:- Why Americans should consider Ukraine vital to US national security How the West/Ukraine can stop Putin The current state of the battlefield and outlook this year The primary lessons Western militaries can learn from Ukraine And lastly, are Ukrainians currently "The Greatest Generation" of America's past? About the Guest General David Petraeus, served over 37 years in the U.S. military, including command of the Surge in Iraq, command of U.S. Central Command, and command of coalition forces in Afghanistan. Following retirement from the military, Gen. Petraeus served as Director of the CIA under President Obama. He is currently a Partner at KKR. Articles by Gen. Petraeus- Foreign Affairs: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/middle-east/autonomous-battlefield National Interest: https://nationalinterest.org/feature/for-china-the-ukraine-war-is-a-laboratory  To learn more, visit: https://ubn.network/ Listen to more episodes on Mission Matters: https://missionmatters.com/author/Mark-McNamee/

We are living through events that will define our century, and History in the Making: The War in Ukraine is an attempt to make sense of them as they unfold. Host Mark McNamee brings his deep knowledge of Eastern Europe to the fore, not just to recount headlines, but to untangle the complex historical, cultural, and political threads that led to this moment. This isn't a dry recitation of facts; it's a grounded exploration of how a conflict reshapes a nation's identity and the global order. Each episode moves between the sweeping strategic picture and the intimate, human stories of those living through the war, highlighting a profound resilience. You'll hear analysis that connects past empires to present-day battles, and conversations that reveal the personal cost and extraordinary fortitude within Ukraine. The goal of this podcast is to provide context and clarity, offering a nuanced perspective that goes beyond the news cycle. By focusing on the people, the history, and the on-the-ground reality, Mark creates a vital record of a world changing in real time. Tune in for a thoughtful, comprehensive guide to understanding not just what is happening, but why it matters for all of us.
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History in the Making: The War in Ukraine
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