As the Ukrainian army begins to enjoy success on several fronts, Giselle, Dalibor, and Iulia speak with retired Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges to consider what this moment might mean. Hodges—who once assumed Russia had enough operational experience to win the war—now believes Russia's logistical system has been exhausted, calling rumors of Putin's attempts to buy ammunition from North Korea a "sign of desperation." Whether it happens within the next few months or later next year, he ultimately argues that Russia's defeat—not just in Ukraine, but also over Crimea—is inevitable.