In this podcast episode, Jennifer Cafarella, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), discusses her expertise in Syria and counter-ISIS work. The ISW focused on Syria. Over time they expanded their Russia program, recognizing Putin's intervention in Syria as part of his global strategy. ISW provides support to educate civilian leaders on military force usage. They also train and advise senior military commanders while fostering young national security talent. 

The podcast highlights the attempted coup by Progozhin, leader of the Wagner Group, and the group's uncertain future. The brutality associated with Wagner, such as disturbing videos from Syria and Ukraine, is discussed. Speculation arises on potential Russian defense and leadership changes due to the coup attempt. The ISW provides daily briefs and updates on the fighting in eastern Ukraine, which I think is the best publicly available information on the war.

Main Takeaways


 Analyzing the War in Syria
 Building ISW's Russia program
  Open Source Intelligence Collection
  Geospatial Intelligence Collection
  Wagner Group


Visit the Institute for the Study of War's website:
https://www.understandingwar.org/

Follow Jennifer Cafarella on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/JennyCafarella

This episode is sponsored by 4 Patriots, a survival food company. You can visit ⁠⁠www.4patriots.com⁠⁠ and use the code RECON for 10% off your first purchase. 

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GRP 188-An Inside Look At The Institute For The Study of War with Jennifer Cafarella

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