STRAT | July 25, 2025 | Putin’s War Gamble Nears Collapse Amid Mounting Losses
In this gripping episode of STRAT, retired Marine Intelligence Officer and geopolitical analyst Hal Kempfer examines what could be the unraveling of the Russian military and the Putin regime. Kempfer walks through how a failed summer offensive may signal not just battlefield defeat but a cascading collapse driven by military overreach, economic implosion, internal dissent, and mounting casualties. From wooden armor strapped to outdated tanks to the strategic impact of $400 drones disabling million-dollar assets, this is modern warfare in stark reality. Kempfer also explores the growing…
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