The co-hosts of "DeProgram," Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas, bring you up to speed on the latest in the Russo-Ukrainian War through their interview with Stanislav Krapivnik.

Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv since the invasion began, killing at least one person, injuring over a dozen, and damaging civilian infrastructure. A Russian strike destroyed a disability rehabilitation center in Sumy, killing one disabled man and targeting a clearly non-military facility providing support to vulnerable residents. Ukraine responded with large-scale drone strikes on Russian oil depots, logistics sites, and Black Sea vessels while facing deadly Russian attacks on merchant ships near Odesa and domestic protests over defense leadership changes.

Stanislav Krapivnik (also known as Stas Krapivnik) is a Russian-born military-political analyst, consultant, and commentator. Born in Lugansk (Luhansk) during Soviet times, he emigrated to the United States as a child with his family. He served as an officer in the U.S. Army but became disillusioned with U.S. military actions, particularly in the former Yugoslavia, and eventually left the service. He returned to Russia and built a career in supply chain management and procurement, working in roles such as director of supply chain in the oil-gas services and EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) sectors, including stints with major firms like Halliburton.

Today, Krapivnik works as an independent contractor and expert on military affairs, NATO, U.S. policy, history, economics, and supply chains. He frequently appears on Russian and international media outlets, podcasts, and TV programs, offering analysis informed by his unique background as a former U.S. serviceman now based in Russia. His commentary often focuses on geopolitical tensions, the dynamics of the conflict in Ukraine, and broader strategic issues involving Russia and the West. He also maintains a Substack and contributes as a part-time journalist.

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