Episode 13

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30th Mar 2025

STRAT | Week of March 30, 2025 |Global Conflict Update: Ukraine, Russia, Economics, and Diplomacy

In this insightful episode of STRAT, we dissect critical global conflicts and strategic developments that shape the geopolitical landscape. Our focus shifts to Ukraine's strategic offensive in the Russian Belgorod Oblast, a maneuver reshaping the dynamics of frontline operations. Analyzing Russia's economic struggles, we explore the ramifications of its reliance on oil exports to nations like China and India, and the potential collapse of its war-strained economy. President Trump's unpredictable approach to international tariffs adds complexity to these scenarios. Furthermore, we examine the intricacies of revised mineral deals between Ukraine and the US, assessing Europe's defense readiness amid fluctuating US support. The situation in the Middle East is also explored, highlighting potential resolutions in Gaza and shifts in regional diplomacy. Join us as we unravel these key issues and their implications on global stability and future security scenarios.

Takeaways:

• Ukraine's offensive in Belgorod exploits Russian military redeployments.

• Ukraine continues leveraging classic maneuver warfare to regain lost ground.

• Russia's economic reliance on oil exports faces increased international pressure.

• Trump's proposed tariffs threaten Russia's economic stability further.

• Europe struggles with defense spending amid unstable US-Ukraine relations.

• Middle East diplomacy sees creative ceasefire proposals in Gaza.

• Israel reasserts military and diplomatic presence in the Gaza Strip.

• Strategic developments in Lebanon and Syria impact regional stability.

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STRAT – Strategic Risk Assessment Talk, is a forum with a preparedness mindset. Mitigating risks, creating systems of prevention and recovery to deal with potential threats, and understanding the objectives of a Business Continuity Plan. This is the podcast for leaders who are committed to being prepared. The program is hosted by retired Marine Corps intelligence officer and strategic risk assessment professional Hal Kempfer and investment banker Mark Mansfield.

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