Ben Hodges - Mobilising Industry to Support Ukraine and Defeat Russia is Imperative but far too Slow
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- čas přidán 28. 05. 2024
- Ben Hodges is a retired United States Army officer, who became commander of United States Army Europe in November 2014, and held that position for three years until retiring from the United States Army in January 2018. He was most recently a Senior Advisor to Human Rights First, until summer 2023, and serves as NATO Senior Mentor for Logistics. Until recently was the Pershing Chair in Strategic Studies, at the Centre for European Policy Analysis, specialising in NATO, the Transatlantic relationship and international security.
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00:01:25 Summary of the year - War in Ukraine hits 'Stalemate'
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00:09:04 Are we limiting Ukraine's ability to achieve military success?
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Great job 🇬🇧🇺🇦🇬🇧🇺🇦🇬🇧
Love Ben Hodges, very knowledgeable man, very intelligent and respected 👍
“You were given the choice between war and dishonour. You chose dishonour and you will have war.”
👍👍👍 that’s the one!
@@SiliconCurtain Gee! Your description of Zelensky is so mid-2022. Have you read the latest Time piece on Zelensky? Where they use terms such as ' messianic'?
That's a mighty strong quote about honor from someone who wathced his Polish allies being invaded by both the Natzees and the Commies just to team up with the latter and at the hand them over Poland.
My dudes on yt, it's one thing that you feel emotional, but ffs, stop and think before you say something because no matter how cool it sounds at first sight, it still might be something dumb.
To be correct in 1939 commies took back from Poland what Poland gen Pilsudski invaded in 1922 : half of Lithuania, western Belarus and western Ukraine and gave it back to whoever it belongs to. After WW2 good generous uncle Stalin granted big chunk off Germany to Polkas who did not really deserve it as it proves today. @@mutantpig4218
Zelensky chose dishonour and war !
Mr.Hodges - I deeply respect your views on Ukraine! Great stream, thank you for the detailed analysis.
My former Commanding General before he retired!!! 🫡🫡
Was he as good a man as he comes across in his interviews?
@@daydays12 yes he is... a great person. I worked in the Protocol under him (so I have very close access to him).. and a funny guy too... I did a briefing of his departure date to the whole staff a few months before he retired. He announced it got delayed because they haven't name his successor and he told everyone that they will have to "deal with him longer". So I said... "GLAD YOU ARE HERE SIR". and he replied "PROMOTE TO MAJOR" Everyone cracked up ahhaha
Thank you so much for that. I am glad you confirm my impressions of him. Greetings to you from a Brit resident in France. @@ruZsiaNa-C
@@daydays12 greetings from Malaysian born American in Germany
Thank you for having Lt Gen RET Hodges on again. His wisdom should be adhered to.
Good stream!!! Slava Ukraini
Heroyam Slava! 🇺🇦
If only General Hodges were making as many rounds on mainstream new sources. The citizenry of Western countries need to understand that the humane, moral, and economical path is to support Ukraine with the logistics to break the Russian lines and reclaim their territory. Then, let Penny Pritzker make the rounds to drum up support for the reconstruction.
Curious and aware people don’t watch legacy corporate trash media advertising agencies. Biden WH has delayed or slow-rolled supplies since the summer of 2022, after initial supplies from European nations were sent once everyone realized Russia wasn’t reaching their intended goals. Zelensky really threw a wrench in the cog wheels of the plan by refusing to take Biden’ offer to ride out on a plane, which would have allowed Putin to seize Kiev and then transition to an occupation.
This war is poised to last at least 3-7 years at the current pace. We’re at 22 months now.
You mean, like Mark Hertling? Gen. Hertling isn't that much distinct from Gen. Hodges. Problem is, mainstream media don't ask such in-depth questions. And they can't, because the entire interview has to fit into these 4 minutes between two commercials.
Why. United state cannot stay aways. Why they all time find ware everywhere. What is going wrong with that criminal neocon Why they not go fight Russia directly? All war United state doing they lose but continue find and now used against stupidity of EU
@@Lanedl1 Biden is pumped full of amphetamines to animate for the day, then put to sleep with downers. He doesn't even know where he is. During the 2020 "campaign" he said multiple times that he was running for Senate in Delaware, and that we couldn't have 4 more years of George Bush. He has had at least 2 cranial aneurysms.
@@kwagaec4890 Elaborate 😂
The Pentagon budget is around $850 billion now. Why aren't we pulling from that to supply Ukraine? Seriously. Is it impossible to get those in the Pentagon to give that up? We are getting massive bang-for-the-buck in Ukraine.
You mean that we are using the Ukrainian people to attack the Russian economy because America wants to drive a wedge between Russia and Europe so that it can replace Russia as a supplier of Gas to Europe.
We can all see what little care you have for Ukrainian lives.
we are; a lot of money fir replacement of gear sent to Ukraine flows to Red States “Defense” industry, making it even more puzzling(or obvious) that GOP wants that gravy train to stop.
most (if not all) what the US gave to Ukraine so far has come from the junk drawer. 90% of the money allocated by Congress remains in the US and is used to buy new stuff for the US military. the rest is going to pay for the transport to Ukraine and ends up in some European countries.
on another point: Ukraine was/is desperate to improve their air defense, mostly in Winter when the ruzzians tried to destroy their energy infrastructure. so far, Ukraine received 3 Patriot batteries and 4 launchers. two batteries and launchers were donated by Germany, one launcher from the Netherlands and just one battery from the US. The US Army operates a total of 1,106 Patriot launchers. In 2023, 480 were in service. one wonders why the US wasn't more generous in giving Ukraine more Patriots.
It reveals the fact that who governs eastern Ukraine is not a vital American interest. Biden also has some more discretionary spending he could do. I assume Biden wants Republicans to be seen as equally responsible for US involvement in Ukraine, so if it goes belly up it will be less of a political liability
Thanks to you both for dedicating your time to the preservation of liberty!
Glory to the heroes & and God bless The United States of America!
Freedom from what? From honor, conscience and common sense?
Really appreciate hearing from General Ben Hodges. I wish the Republicans in the U.S. Congress would listen to him and take seriously his expert advice.
Thanks!
go home
@@joaquinmanuelcordoba6527you go home to Moscow traitor
Speaker Johnson gets money from ruzzia
It’s all about money and the money that’s been invested inside Russia from BP Coke Nestle and so many more are lobbying congress for appeasement that weakens our democracy just guarantee if we do not ramp up Ukraines capabilities China will attack by 2027 if not sooner American ussy’s under this republican house and senate
Ben Hodges, add my voice to those who would like to see you run for leadership in the American government. And I'm not even American! Please consider it. You are in a position to make a difference.
your voice counts for zero then. Stay the fuck out of our business.
Yes - Where do I send my check?
A clear-eyed and clear-headed man...
The indifference of so many Americans to the tragedy in Ukraine is both horrifying and symbolic of our decay as a leader of Democracy. How the cost will be measured is let to be seen, but it will be in lives uncountable and treasure unrecoverable. We are fools if we let Ukraine fall!
Maybe because polling evidence after the West's Maidan II coup revealed that 96% of Crimea did not want to be part of Ukraine and lose their autonomy which they had for generations!
Thankyou!
That was one of the best interviews you've done on Silicone Curtain to date.
Ben is rock solid right.
Yes too bad he's not heading US Ukraine policy in this war. We need decisive non self serving leaders more than ever.
Let's hope that Russian money gets to Ukraine.
I think it actually is too. But with Christmas and the general despondency, it’s getting a lot fewer views than normal…
@@SiliconCurtain Well let's hope your viewing picks up in the New Year. We need serious commentators like you more than ever as this war hangs in the balance.
Merry Christmas 😁
Yes! An interview between Ben Hodges and Jonathan Fink, 2 of Ukraine's staunchest supporters, Christmas truly has come early
Yes, they support death of Ukraine
💙💛 yes! 🎄 Merry Christmas!
Great interview. Hodges for President. About 30% of our country doesn't realize this should be an all-hands situation, and it could have been over with months ago if we had the same attitude that Poland does.
Poland has that attitude because its their problem.
We have the Atlantic. Russia isn't a concern for America.
Nonsense. Every poll shows that the clear majority of US voters are not buying the neoCON warmongers latest propaganda.
Most Americans don’t realize that Russia has been waging war against USA, USA for some time(elections), aided by some former guy.
Hodges is a Pineapple General with medals for receiving medals, over promoted & void of moral integrity 🏅🍍
#PIneappleGeneralHodges
The first casualty of war, truth
I fear that too many Western leaders love Russian oil more than Ukrainian freedom. We had deep economic ties with Russia before Putin's War and wish to revive them afterwards.
India has bought most of the oil we stopped buying. But Russia has a problem- India pays in rupees… not much use for putin’s war machine!
@@SiliconCurtain
Also, India has been storing ruzzian crude and refining it into more profitable petroleum byproducts, which it sells around the world. Apparently India has run out storage capacity. Whoops.
Ask Germany…. worst offender and weakest major NATO member…… the war should and could have been prevented….. I need to see an interview discussing realistic options to end this. Total victory is next to impossible so let’s discuss how this ends……
Total victory is impossible without the full support of the West. Sadly, the performance by the timid West does not inspire confidence. I hope I am wrong.
It's not love is CHEAPER than buying to the USA or other countries, doooh!! We prefer the cheaper option sorry
Jonathan, your program is in the very top tier of all reporting on Ukraine and its ancillary conflicts associated. General Hodges is among the most valuable commentators out there. Thank you for your work. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦
I second that!
Heroyam Slava
as usual, two people entangled in silicone curtains are trying to zombie their narrow-minded audience
@@Billy-rx8mn And who burned more than 50 Russians alive in the House of Trade Unions in Odessa and no one was sent to prison in 2014? So, shut up, clown
Heroyam Slava! 🇺🇦
One of the more intelligent videos on CZcams
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@@evifiouri4712😂 Nevermind. That's a NAFO troll
Why are this type off interviews not on tv?
Hope to see it soon.
Because Americans have the attention span of gnats, they have to make news into digestible TikTok shorts for them…🤦🏼♂️ TLDR is a trend, anti-intellectualism is as well. Go figure! Very few have the literacy and intellectual curiosity to do deep dives on any topic, sadly, no matter how brilliant the guests are. They couldn’t care less!
1 Attention span 50 minutes
2 nuanced opinions. The average brain cannot proces nuanced opinions. Contrairy to popular belief the average person in western countries is less intelligent than 20 years ago.
Because it is too much BS for the TV. This is propaganda's propaganda. Ukrainians are turning into Canon Fodder.
Referring to General Hodges' statement about Britain being alone in the fight against Germany after the fall of France in July 1940, I would like to add that its only ally at that time remained.... Poland. We managed to evacuate nearly 30,000 Polish soldiers from France to Britain, including pilots and sailors, and to transfer our government-in-exile to London. Our commitment to supporting Ukraine now stems from our own historical experience. Thank you again for the great interview!
And Australia, and New Zealand, and Canada...
In what fight? I don’t know of more than one battle or battle between England and Germany.
@@FufuFufy-df8pk Joined 15 hours ago. Nice try, Vlad.
@@bertjilk3456 What Vlad? What Nice? What does it have to do with 15 o'clock? I asked about something else.
Well, they also conveniently forgotten about Soviet Union and their war effort. Germany would have never been defeated if it did not get stuck in Russia and lost all of its capable troops there.
Thanks for your consistent work. I have heard a lot from Ben Hodges but I haven’t tired of his insights.
Разом ми переможемо
I was going to add that I did write my own senators from Ohio, including one who is definitely not PRO Ukraine, mentioning that the loss of Ukraine is going to require some responsibility down the road if that should happen and that the votes and behavior of those not supporting Ukraine are going to be possible future election issues.
So when are you enlisting?
@@AkenValle So I'm WAY past enlistment age, but I have no idea what enlistment has to do with providing support and aid. Maybe you can explain that - should those supporting the Israelis or Palestinians or Russians or whoever be enlisting in those armed services? I presume that's your point.
@@robertbricker You are not over 60 so you are more than welcome to join Ukrainian army.
@@robertbricker Ukraine is out of manpower, and why is that?
@@AkenValle I am 69 bud.
Great episode. General Hodges never ceases to impress me.
🇺🇲 Ben Hodges 👍 Thank you Jonathan...will be watching this on lunch break!
What an awesome interview, thank you for your efforts
Another absolutely insightful and thought provoking segment. The intelligence and depth of the conversation with General Hodges is always refreshing.
Oh yes 😊
What does democracy for Ben Hodges mean? is it when Ukrainians are forcibly mobilized for war just because they are citizens of Ukraine, they were locked up in Ukraine as in a prison and mobilized to the front under the threat of a machine gun? They are forcibly mobilized to certain death for let Biden steals billions dollars from the US budget together with Zelensky? Is this what American democracy looks like? How about that Ben Hodges go to the frontline by himself and show how he is real professional?
NONSENSE. This neoCON general wants to fight to the last dead Ukrainian in order to enrich his bank account. Hardly virtuous.
Of course... If your IQ is below 11..
I am grateful for such a thourough interview. Both do a great job!
Ben hodges is & has been so important to the ukraine cause its unreal. I thought your interview was superb and hope that somehow the take aways are acted apon with the attention and urgency required. Sadly I can't help feeling concerned that our combined responses are continuing to fall short and we all no what the costs will be if this continues.. 👍
This situation was very likely from the start. Some Western media are starting to talk sense now as they understand the sanctions and counter offensive failed.
The reason we can’t get to the oligarchs is that there are armies of accountants, lawyers, real estate professionals, bankers etc. in the countries of the West who have a monetary interest to hide the the oligarchs assets and profit handsomely from a generous “ management fee”. As always, follow the money!
The same goes for Hunter Biden - just another politician on the make for himself and his family at Ukraine's expense. Why can't people see that Ukraine is being taken to the cleaners by the political class in the West ?
U.S. being about the worst; note GOP refusal to adequately fund the IRS…
Always great to have Lt Gen Hodges on, great job Jonathan for your continued work.
I wish lobbyists were more active in finding ways to send more to Ukraine
And very happy to comment here for the algorithm.
As you wish!
Let's pass a bill for Ukraine supporters like you - 30% tax from your paycheck toward Ukraine 🇺🇦 😂
What does democracy for Ben Hodges mean? is it when Ukrainians are forcibly mobilized for war just because they are citizens of Ukraine, they were locked up in Ukraine as in a prison and mobilized to the front under the threat of a machine gun? They are forcibly mobilized to certain death for let Biden steals billions dollars from the US budget together with Zelensky? Is this what American democracy looks like? How about that Ben Hodges go to the frontline by himself and show how he is real professional?
Indeed. Jonathan's work is outstanding.
Report back to us when you've matched deed to action and joined the NAZI Azov battalion.
Thank you for this excellent Interview! God bless Ukraine! Greetings from Germany
i am extremely disappointed in republican lukewarm support for ukraine!
Republicans don't need a war. It is in their interests to get out of this war as quickly as possible and redirect money to the needs of the United States, not Ukraine.And Hodges is just a crazy populist.
How about Ukraine's lack of support... for Ukraine. Back when they were mouthing off to Russia and begging to shoot Ruskies they spent 1/3 on their defense as Poland, which is much smaller and doesn't even share a border with Russia.
Ukraines drained Putin of 70yrs of Soviet stockpiles "comrade"Jones,it will vlikely take them decades to get back,CCP China are more careful& won't back him fully+ their main partners in a defence pact so it makes War with China far less likely.Many in E.Ukraine were frozen until 2022 by Russian propaganda& hoped not for a full war, same propaganda has done a vgood job on Trump. You do realise Ukraine has far smaller GDP, economy& population than Poland mainly due to Putin& his ex KGB pals annihilating its population on& off for 100yrs.
@akbarshoed Ukraines drained Putin of 70yrs of Soviet stockpiles +most vets,will take decades to get back. CCP Chinas more careful but watching & it makes them less likely to invade Taiwan. Their main defence partner is Russia. RE Poland,Ukraines been annihilated for 100yrs by Soviets&Putin,so has a far smaller population,gdp& economy.
At 1st"akbar jones" I thought shouldn't you be supporting Hamas's campaign to kill jews& make life hell for other arabs+ muslims who want to live in peace?...But your some sort of"Putinist"Trump fan,If only more muslims were concerned about their brothers in Chechnya& the huge Uighir muslim conccentration camps in CCP China rather than the US who got muddled up stopping terror attacks& Soviet backed regimes& their baath party proxys taking over arabia etc.
Ben Hodges, a sober, clear analyst. If only he would be heard !!!
Hodges for president!
Your westerners are being fed lies every day while you live in your cocoon of whimsy.
Clear words, thank you both!
Thank you for the honest conversation. Such clear and unequivocal messages are really missed nowadays in the most westen media. Thank you for not giving up on us. Slava Ukraine!
The US has abandoned Ukraine and it will move on. Just get real. Ukranians are stupid. All you needed was to be neutral and you would have existed as a country. But you stabbed Russia in the back, now Russia has taken 5 oblasts, they will take Russian regions like Odessa, and Kharkhov. Putin said he does not want western Ukraine where all the Ukro Nazis come from; he said he does not mind if Poland or others take over. He did not mention what happens to Kiev. Whatever, Ukraine will be partitioned, and for this, blame yourself for following Hodges.
This is what Hodges said 8 months ago : 'Ukraine will liberate Crimea by the end of August ..' | DW News
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A clear voice of reason in dark times. This man understands leadership very well. 🇺🇸💪🇺🇦
This made me chuckle. To paraphrase Frmr Gen Hodges - we're incredible at selling you stuff you don't even need; why can't we use some of that talent to help Ukraine? It's s great shame that we aren't deploying some of these strengths to help Ukraine.
Thank you!! Great program as always.
Thanks for listening
Thank you for having Lt. Gen Ben Hodges! I always enjoy his analysis, thoughts, and the simplicity in which he explains things.
Hello, although Poland is temporarily out of the bigger game due to unexpected serious internal problems with the rule of law, but we are still listening to such a valuable discussion. Thank you Jonathan, thank you Mr Hodges!
Poland’s got a new, much more liberal (not leftist) government. They should be good.
If you are paying attention here, the Unites States of America is having the same serious problems with the rule of law and this situation is fairly dire
@grahamstrouse1165 Yes, they have a very liberal approach to the rule of law and unfortunately are radically left-wing (1 of 3 coalition parties). So you could call the new government left-liberal.
Ironically, it's not the left that's stopping aid to Ukraine in the US.
Thanks for inviting Ben Hodges again, his clear insights are clarifying about what is really going on in Ukraine
Yes, they are losing badly, ana warmogers likes you must go Ukraine and help them, can you do that Mister DcikBal?
What's really happening could have been avoided
Excellent presentation, Ben and Jonathan. We all need to reach out to House representatives and get them to support Ukraine.
Mister Bill, are you gonna send your sons, daugthers and nephews?
Zelensky need help, go yourself
I and many of the people I know have done just that, contacted our representatives. Still, we see no progress. So, what is the next step? It is very frustrating!
The House does support military aid for Ukraine. It is the new Republican Speaker who is the refuses to allow an up/down vote on the issue.
@@poladelarosa8399 wise man indeed!
Ukraine has lost. There's nothing they can do to change that. Biden has already wasted hundreds of billions of our tax dollars on a failed war and gotten almost half a million Ukrainians killed.
I am proud that Denmark keeps their strong support for Ukraines fight for freedom 🙏
Denmark is a useless country that only knows how to make Lego.
Ты горд тем, что вашими стораниями быстрая операция против власти Киева превратилась в войну на годы?
Где основную тяжесть несет народ к которому у РФ нет претензий/негатива
Отправляйте своих сестер и матерей воевать с Китаем
@@Fulgream
А чего это нам против Китая воевать ? Китай же не выпендривается как страна 404
@@theshadowman1398 не сегодня, так завтра. Помнишь, в Украине недавно звучала инициатива - в обмен на гарантии безопасности предоставлять свою армию для обеспечения интересов гарантодателя по всему миру. Тут прямое наемничество на Китай между строк
@@Fulgream Диктаторов надо мочить сразу, а не когда они набирают веса для ведения мировой войны. Это то что запад не довёл до конца тогда. Если не доведёт сейчас получит ВС РФ в Берлинах и Парижах.
That you for these great interviews and sharing your knowledge. 🇺🇦
Love Ben Hodges, thank you for bringing him in again!
He even manages to stay positive about the Cmdr in Chief while really presenting a contrarian view from the DoD.
Another of your most excellent interviews - thank you Johnathon and thank Ben Hodges for his steadfast support of Ukraine! Slava Ukraini!
Ben Hodges is always sensible, I wish his influence might be amplified. Thanks.
Thank you for bringing Ben Hodges to us again. It is especially important to bring the better known and loved supporters of Ukraine to the forefront right now. I hope those who haven't followed the war as closely as some of us can catch up through you and your speakers.
'It is especially important to bring the better known and loved supporters of Ukraine to the forefront right now.'
So after defeat, you want to bring the better known war mongers to lecture you ?
This is what Hodges said 8 months ago : 'Ukraine will liberate Crimea by the end of August IF...' | DW News
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I would hold this liar accountable for brainwashing you.
Ben Hodges is the voice of sanity Slava Ukrainia
it's either shameful or stupid to deny Ukraine aid when they are fighting a common enemy by America. This got swept up into the populist trend if stupidity and eventual authoritarianism. The problem with democracies, is there there really isn't any effective emergency brake to prevent self destruction.
Gen. Hodges continues to speak facts about the situation and why it needs to be taken more importance.
So far this aid has been around 4%! of the DoD annual budget which would then go to US industry and economy, making it an even smaller significance.
Completely agreed! I really cannot wrap my mind around how our US politicians and media have turned this into a political football. It's another example of the incompetence and ignorance of our politicians.
What common enemy?
@@thehappyclam3942 Lankybox
@@thehappyclam3942
Martians! Are you really that thick?!
True, the republican (MAGA) U.S. political party embraces russia's putin dictatorship. We have our own internal dissention to deal with. Our citizenship is avoidant because of the previous two useless middle-east wars. No excuse.
What about paying some of our marketing talent to raise funds for Ukraine and boycott these companies in the West that do business in Russia ?
Strangely, the ethics of most marketing companies are questionable. They’ll take almost anyone’s money…
These are often global brands, and they probably know whatever pro-war PR they do would only be effective in NATO countires and maybe a few others. Far more potential customers are neutral regarding severe sanctions
Lt.Gen. Ben Hodges, thank you for your standpoint, consistency and analysis on this war, sir.
Thank you 💛 so very much for this opportunity to listen to the best military strategic planning expert we have! LT General Hodges has a wealth of knowledge in this area that we can't afford to lose! I respect him so much for everything he is doing for US, the people! I'd like to Thank Him from the bottom of my heart ❤ 💙 for his Time in preparation for these interviews. He explained things simply for us common folks to understand. May God Bless you LT and your family. Have a Merry Christmas Sir and Have a Safe and Happy New Year too! With much Love and Respect and Appreciation.
J Campbell ❤
Wonderful interview! Thank you!!!
It’s always exciting to listen to Gen. Ben Hodges.
Why !!!! Is it because he tells you want you want to hear but is actually total shite
He is one of best western 🤡
@@kevinoliver788*yawn* cry more and cope harder, FFS! 🙄🤦🏼♂️
@@JocoMarkovic-gf1eh😂 cope and seethe, Ivan! 🙄
Excellent show.
Thank you, gentlemen for an hour of very astute conversation and change of ideas about the most important geopolitical evolutions.
General Ben Hodges is always a good interview--but our DoD ignores him.
Benny is overpriced US military hardware salesman, that is all. US equipment does not work against Russia. Good only for banana countries, @@AmBotanischenGarten
Now there's an idea... Gen. Hodges as the President of the US.
To a Finnish person, that would be awesomeness 🙏
Merry Christmas, to you all...
A guy from Finland
🇺🇸🇵🇱🇪🇺🇬🇧❤🇺🇦
It’s been said he’s got not interest in it, IMHO, he could be much more useful in military advisor positions…
Excellent content. keep up the good work!
Excellent and very informative. A pleasure to hear a real expert talk on the subject of Russian invasion of Ukraine
@@awesomeguy2689 You of course are always right and know everything there is to know about anything
@@johnandreu9115 do research on who the Kiev Regime & RightSektor are, educate yourself instead of spouting crap
@@thatdawghouse Sure dude. You think you know it better than the General in charge of pur European forces and our ambassador to Russian. Your just a fool who educates themselves on CZcams videos
@@johnandreu9115Ben is one of best western 🤡
Go Ben
Go son.
Get your fee lolz
Thank you for your work and support.
Ben Hodges is a great resource
Hodges exudes Brilliance with each word!! Him referring to 3 years of bad news for the Allies before the tide turned is APT. Putin has fallen right into Hodges trap! Just one more year of bad news then BAM the great news will flow!!!
I always admire you and your analysis of the prevailing situation. You are brave and talk with complete knowledge and confidence in what you discuss. Go on General Ben share with the world what they need to know.
Always happy to hear the analysis and advice given by Ben Hodges. Wish more politicians would listen to him.
He is a marvelous analyst. He predicted that Ukraine will reach Crimea in the summer of 2023. And look, they are really there! Oh wait
À Général that have never won any war 😂😂😂😂😂❤
I like the way General Hodges thinks, and I'm hoping his voice is heard by western leadership. Especially Biden, and the dumbass Republicans in Congress. I know, I for one am tired of republican obstructionism. It's bullshit and needs to stop.
Or should I have said that we need our civilian/ political leaders to be as good as our military leaders
The only reason I watch geo-political events is because when I was a grunt 40 years ago, I asked myself why am I here? The command answered the the immediate question, which I accepted as part of my oath! As I grew older and wiser and read and learned from history, I realised it's the politicians however they frame themselves on either side, and their immediate interests are their own , to whatever degree!
Thank you for another interview from General Hodges. His calm and methodical perspective with historical insights is greatly appreciated. Calm determination wins wars...it is that simple. Thankfully Ukraine innately understands this.
Watch Vladimir starting to swing his club and play balalaika. Latest from the west: lets proclaim city of Lvov/Lviv NATO territory. Maybe this will stop Putin and Keep Lvov "free"
Ukrainian achievements over this past year have been simply amazing considering it is a David versus Goliath situation! I agree: if the West had not been so reluctant to go fully in initially, the Russian side would not have had the time to mine so much of Ukraine's territory in such a desastrous way. This really slowed down the offensive incredibly.
I absolutely agree.
They lost 500K and that is good 😂😂😂
@@JocoMarkovic-gf1ehYou’re an embarrassment to human intelligence…🙄🤡
What Ukraine's achievements over this past year? What did they achieve?
They remained free from dictatorship
"ukraine didn't fail, we failed" - true in so many ways, and takes a brave person to admit it. difficulty understanding the situation on the ground there, on training ukrainian personnel, on delivering the needed weapons and platforms when they are needed the most ... doesn't mean we're not trying or doing close to the best we can though. but understanding our failures means we can adapt and stop them from happening in the future... :)
as a society but as individuals, also. :) i find it kind of rude to be telling ukrainians their summer offensive failed, when we're the ones at fault for making the situation as hard as it was for them lol - and just like any modern society, ukraine is not willing to just toss however many people are necessary into a grinder just to get to where it wants to be lol. ..
Perhaps we should consider whether our failure here in the US on this war effort in Ukraine is deliberate.
@@Oblitus1 though it's been a while since i dabbled in conspiracies, i've started asking myself the question recently 😂...
You said it... we've been too nice for too long... Putler has deep pockets and can buy whatever he wants... which unfortunately includes some western mindshare. We need to send a crystal clear message to Putler and his Imperialist-minded cronies... let's start with banning his people (and the people of his supporting countries like Bellarusski, Hungarusski, Iranaruzzki, etc.) from the Olympics - no neutral flag bullshyt - then let's send home all the NHL players until after the war just like the IIHF bans them (NHL contracts can easily be nullified due to the war)... let Ovechkin and his ilk explain why they're home without pay before the end of the season... let's give all dual Ruzzki/Western nation passport holders a 60 day window to decide which citizenship they cherish (because they can't continue to have both)... let's start calling out by name all companies that are averting sanctions and doing business w Ruzzki... let's question why anyone believes Ruzzki is great, Ruzzki is good, let us thank them FOR WHAT!?! Ruzzki's been a total fucking menace on sooo many societies for way too long and clearly they're not going to change... so we need to change. I pray in 2024 the "free" world wakes-up and smells the BS and does some of the above... and while Ruzzki is busy explaining what's happening "we" can send Ukraine some long range missiles without limits.
we (Europe) failed, by not using our brains and letting America into our continent.
Jonathan and Lt. General Hodges are my 2 favorite commentators on youtube!! HOW do we wake up the US consciousness as to the importance of this war? Will you be bringing the Silicon Curtain to Washington? I don’t feel contacting our congress is enough, there must be more we can do? What are your thoughts?
Because this war have nothing important to American, without America involvement we will never have such war.
With 8 MILLION illegals (many on terrorist watch lists) having invaded our own borders, the only consciousness needing awakening, is biden & the Congress allowing it.
Thank you.
Ben for president!
Always interesting to hear Hodges' analysis of what's going on in the World. Thank you for another great interview. Had to share it on Facebook as this is really important.
Slava Ukraini!
Many thanks Jonathan for have such a great guest for interview. When I hear your discussion it give me more hope that not all is lost. What I would love to trade hope for action and victory.
Though the land assault was a disappointment I think Ukraine has overall made as many gains this year as last year. Always good to hear from Ben Hodges, just as Konstantin reminds us that not all Russians are evil, Commander Hodges reminds us that not all Americans are ranting, self obsessed idiots. All of us Europeans clearly need to rearm, and I wonder what the Trumpians will come to think of that.
Combined arms attack warfare actually requires combined arms! Which the Ukrainian military did not have. Yet our arm chair generals pushed them into it. It's too absurd for further discussion.
Great series of interviews and gives me hope not everyone has their head in the sand.
We’ve been lead here through weak leadership.
Wish you 2 would get together more often-at least monthly.
You both have my respect 😊
If only more people would listen to General Hodges!
Have you ever wondered why?
I agree
If more people would listen to the neoCON merchant of death, general Hodges, millions more would die & he (& his military industrial complex handlers) would get richer.
@@KitJBenn😂 I think here are NAFO trolls only
I always enjoy a good interview with General Ben.
Thank you for taking about Ukraine. Thank you for your support.
Thank you, Silicon Curtain, for again interviewing the articulate and deeply informed Ret. Lt. General Ben Hodges. He is a singularity of -one- two (counting you, Jonathan) who is not looking at this world threat through a straw.
Sława Ukrainie from St. Paul, Alberta 🇨🇦, fantastic episode! Hodges for President !
many nazi collaborators fled to Canada after ww2. no surprise.
What does democracy for Ben Hodges mean? is it when Ukrainians are forcibly mobilized for war just because they are citizens of Ukraine, they were locked up in Ukraine as in a prison and mobilized to the front under the threat of a machine gun? They are forcibly mobilized to certain death for let Biden steals billions dollars from the US budget together with Zelensky? Is this what American democracy looks like? How about that Ben Hodges go to the front line by himself and show how he is real professional?
For president of Canada?
Hodges should NEVER be president.
Yes we are aware that Canadians are Nazi fanboys
Stand strong Ukraine!!!
Game is over ✝
The People of Ucraine? 0r extreme right? The country is destroyed. Tais polite nam is wrong.😮
great interview
Jonathan & Ben, many thanks for an excellent interview. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦
Slava to the most corrupt country in Europe.
My foot !!!
🇺🇦 Heroyam Slava 🇺🇦
As a german, the situation that the US aswell other nations expect germany to be an geopolitical actor on its own, is new. i grew up in Frankfurt, not far away from the US helicopter Base in Bonames. US bases had been normal, US presence always a part of life, in a sense of friendship. Later, in the Progress of german reunification, Leaders like Thatcher and Mitterand demanded that germany has not to become too powerful.
And now, times are changing. If the USA asks why they should contribute more to europes security than european allies themselves, i have no answer. I have few details on other countries in europe but i see a slow change towards a rearmament as a consequence of russian threats. as i said, slow. My country has pledged a 100b extra fund, for which mostly new equipment has been ordered, such as tanks, ifvs, F35 jets, air defense, ammunition restocks and more. its not too bad as a start, the question now is if this direction will be maintained.
As an American I can only apologize for the idiots that have made there way into our political system. Most of this MAGA crowd is supposed by Russian oligarchs. So is it surprising that the minute the Republicans got ahold of the House of representatives they shut all funding down for Ukraine. 😢
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Much respect, sir.
Germany and others the shame of EU. You knee to your american masters, lost sovereignty, lost incredible amount of money because american terrorist destruction of Nordstream-2. You shot in your foot, now you have the worst time of your industry for decades. Katastrophen in german economy, why? Following the boomerang sanctions, well done and now you will drag the rest of us (EU members) to the shit hole of a huge economic crisis. Germany should had been natural ally of Russia and forget the anglos, never been a good friends
If the Russians march West, Poland will fall in a day or two and Berlin on day 3. Do you believe London, Paris or Washington will burn to save Germany???
The smartest general who always honestly comments without hesitating to appoint all failures, no matter who did it. Thank you for your time, Sir! 👍❤️
Clear eyed, frank, and humble. General Hodges is someone whose opinion I have the utmost respect for.
I think he is the kind of leader the US military is excellent at producing and promoting. Right now he is the best of the bunch, but he is not the only one.
Great guest! Very measured and intelligent conversation
I enjoy your channel so much and look forward to every guest, General Hodges is by far is very informative on all matters of UKraine, straight shooter.
Another excellent interview. Well done Ben Hodges and silicon curtain
Hodges is unparalleled in his knowledge and wisdom!. That means, it doesn't go parallel with experts who know this area.
What do you mean by wisdom?
War rhetoric is not what I call wisdom.
Trying to get out through negotiation is the only path to solve this tragedy.
Ansolutely excited to see this notification. Can't wait to watch it! Thank you Jonathan❤💛💙
Such an excellent interview. That could have gone on for another hour and I would have been mesmerized. Thank yo.
Brilliant, as always
Thank you for this interview!
As a Swede I'm very impressed by Finland! My country is " damaged" by having had peace for 250 years. Our new gouvernment have shown great understanding of Ukraine's needs.
This is surprising but many Swedes are very much concerned about this war! Russia was always the threath. Ukraine is fighting for us all!
I have never heard anyone say their country was damaged by peace. If you look at Switzerland as evidence of long term neutrality.
How does Hodges know where the conscripts come from? We do know that the majority of conscripts during the Vietnam war were black. Just another attempt to demonise Russia by this openly propaganda channel. This British journalist comes from a long line of English gutter press
You are living in the past. Russia is not the USSR. Guess which country has over 900 military bases around the world and a "defense" budget that dwarfs every other country? Guess which country gets involved in other countries internal affairs and destabilizes governments (Ukraine in 2014)? It is not Russia.
All very well but Russia is still entrenched in the land they have taken and the counter offensive designed to take them back was a failure. Ukraine is running out of people too. I see all sorts of comments pointing out the problems the Russians are facing but in many cases Ukraine is facing the same problems. Like it or not Russia is facing the 32 countries of NATO and as such is doing well, better than NATO did in Afghanistan. With the sanctions, financial aid and massive supply of " superior" weapons to Ukraine, it should have been a walkover. So I am not convinced by this videos spin. The disrespect of the Russian military has been relentless, but look at the facts. They are still there still fighting
As an American who just spent a month in Finland and Sweden, I agree completely with your assessment. Finland has always lived with Russia as a constant threat. The moment Finland relaxes and lets its guard down, Russia will invade. In Sweden, it seemed more of a curiosity to find Russian subs lurking in the harbors around Stockholm in the late 80’s. And now, having dismissed the threat back then, Sweden finds itself caught flat-footed and needing to build out a sufficient military infrastructure quickly. It is fortunate that Finland and Sweden are close friends and allies. Together, they are much stronger.
The US government appears to be running on autopilot without a single clear articulate leader. Hodges for president! Please, please, please take the wheel.
The US government system is designed to not allow a single leader. One of the biggest fears when the Constitution was written was that they'd get rid of the (British) King, just to find them selfs in an aoutocracy yet again a couple of years later. And that's good, think for a moment what if that single leader was Trump.
wrong take
@@rossr6616 That would be scary for you wouldn’t it.
thank you!
Thanks for the outstanding work!