Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 17/08/2025Stunningly poor understanding by POTUS of the actual state of the war in Ukraine, of why Soldiers “who don’t have the cards” fight (see Vietnam, Afghanistan, American Revolution), and why Ukrainian success is important to American strategic interests. 51532131
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 11/06/2025What a disgusting, ignorant, arrogant statement by the Secretary of Defense of the United States. Nobody trusts anything he says or does. That’s very dangerous for the US…we depend so much on our Allies. I served in Afghanistan in RC South 2009-2010 where thousands of Allies fought and many died. 871817397
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Very disappointing. Senior retired Generals should be speaking out in mass against POTUS, SecDef, and SecArmy for this disgusting spectacle at Fort Bragg. Army leadership must take a hard look inward to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Mark Milley tried to warn us and we apparently did learn. 44891256
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 04/06/2025wapo.st/43Fqdd4wapo.stOpinion | We are witnessing the suicide of a superpowerThe president’s assault on science dangerously undermines America’s superpower status. 621265382
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 02/06/2025"A rich and increasingly powerful Poland, with the best and largest land army in Europe outside Ukraine, will need to assume a leadership role for which its history has not prepared it," writes @EliotACohen 2025231
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Thoughts and prayers for the Voters of Alabama… 4328336
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 17/05/2025Alex Finley is always sharp, quick to the point, and comes with feasible, achievable recommendations. open.substack.com/pub/alexzfin...open.substack.comGreetings from the edge of Europe and NATOMy visit to the Russian-Estonian border coincided with lots of developments in Russia's hybrid war against Europe and the West 823651
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 16/05/2025youtube.com/watch?v=HdFF...youtube.comFormer Commander of the US Army in Europe on Trump’s role in Ukraine-Russia peace talks | DW NewsYouTube video by DW News 718132
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/05/2025@alexzfinley.bsky.social is always worth reading! Russian Influence Operations and Victor in Trouble open.substack.com/pub/alexzfin...open.substack.comRussian Influence Operations and Victor in TroubleHappy third anniversary to a book that hasn't aged a bit 710126
Reposted by Ben HodgesGarry Kasparov @garrykasparov.bsky.social · 06/05/2025I actually agree with Trump that Europe ought to lead more. But his zigzagging between Russia and Ukraine has turned European leadership from a wish into an essential need. My friend @general-ben.bsky.social on Europe's role in securing the peace in Ukraine: thenextmove.substack.com/p/from-miner...thenextmove.substack.comGeneral Ben Hodges: For Ukraine and Europe, Peace Means More Than Just MineralsHow Europe can help secure a lasting peace deal. 1043473
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 06/05/2025open.substack.com/pub/thenextm...open.substack.comGeneral Ben Hodges: For Ukraine and Europe, Peace Means More Than Just MineralsHow Europe can help secure a lasting peace deal. 313226
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 04/05/2025More excellent analysis by @phillipspobrien.bsky.social Weekend Update #131: Was This The Week Putin Miscalculated? open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comWeekend Update #131: Was This The Week Putin Miscalculated?The Best Test Of Change; The Victory Day Russian Misfire 936573
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 02/05/2025As ever…sobering analysis by @phillipspobrien. A Nothingburger Of Hope open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comA Nothingburger Of HopeWith Some Potential Problems For Ukraine 822233
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 27/04/2025I agree with Minna…she’s smart and she’s right. Ukraine should not take a bad deal that doesnt meet their interests. They are actually winning on the battlefield, according to SACEUR Cavoli’s testimony in front of HASC and SASC…and the Russians will never live up to any agreement unless compelled. 23877180
Reposted by Ben HodgesCenter for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 27/04/2025“Deterrence is the most humane policy of all. A well‑defended frontier prevents wars, while a porous one invites them.” @general-ben.bsky.social & Dan Ricebuff.lyNATO and the End of Military Self-IndulgenceNATO’s founding treaty obliges members “to maintain and develop [the]...capacity to resist armed attack.” That has been weakened. 28314
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 12/03/2025Short yet compelling analysis by Alex Finley who knows what she's talking about. As Trump Courts Putin, Russians Keep Trying to Kill Americans open.substack.com/pub/thebulwa...open.substack.comAs Trump Courts Putin, Russians Keep Trying to Kill AmericansThe “gray zone” war on America and its allies isn’t going to stop. 13346109
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 11/03/2025Exceptional analysis and clarity, as usual, by @phillipspobrien.bsky.social obrien.bsky.social The Trump/Putin Plan For Ukraine open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comThe Trump/Putin Plan For UkraineIts Not Peace Plan, Its A Plan For A Weak And Divided Ukraine 1829579
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/03/2025youtube.com/watch?v=cx_3...youtube.comAll we're seeing right now - is the preparation. Is a ceasefire possible? - General Ben HodgesYouTube video by UKRLIFE з Людмилою Немирею 1118836
Reposted by Ben HodgesAdam Kinzinger @adamkinzinger.substack.com · 07/03/2025I’ve heard from a solid source that medical supplies from US to frontline medics in Ukraine are being withheld through USAID and military logistics. If true this is absolutely unacceptable. 813154004461
Reposted by Ben HodgesNuno Felix @felixnuno.bsky.social · 04/03/2025This is a great piece on how Europe needs to get ahead of the power dynamics in Ukraine by @general-ben.bsky.social @jaharamatisek.bsky.social and Alex Crowther. cepa.org/article/ukra...cepa.orgUkraine Needs European Forces ImmediatelyThe continent’s leaders must act decisively to prevent a bad peace that could undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and embolden Russia. 1318742
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/02/2025esut.de/2025/02/meld...esut.deUS-Militärexperte Hodges sieht die Ukraine als "Bollwerk gegen Putin"Der frühere Drei-Sterne-General Ben Hodges ruft den Westen dazu auf, die Ukraine in ihrem Abwehrkampf gegen Russland zu ertüchtigen. In Europa vermisst er "den politischen Willen, um die schiere russi... 1719731
Reposted by Ben HodgesFred Wellman @fpwellman.bsky.social · 08/02/2025I had a great conversation with @gilduran.com on the truly dystopian philosophy behind Elon Musk’s dismantling of our government. This will open your eyes. New ‘On Democracy with FPwellman’ exclusivly on MeidasTouch now! youtu.be/hnTBzgjme20?...youtu.beNew BOMBSHELL Exposé Reveals Trump-Musk Plan | On DemocracyYouTube video by MeidasTouch 44644231
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Superb analysis and well-written as always. Trump Administration parroting Kremlin talking points. Ukraine should decide if and when it has elections, not the US or Russia. Otherwise why don’t we demand Russia holds a free and fair election as a condition for a settlement? Hahahahaha 26637180
Reposted by Ben HodgesBen Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 27/01/2025I hope the Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will reverse their similar bad decisions of last week canceling courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat. 832449
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 27/01/2025I hope the Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will reverse their similar bad decisions of last week canceling courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat. 832449
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Huh? What’s woke about trying to clear old minefields from places where children and farmers need to move? 2236983
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Similar cancellations happened at the Army War College in Carlisle PA. Canx history courses about Black Soldiers and Women in Combat. 29289109
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 22/01/2025Thoughts and prayers for the Voters of middle Tennessee. 1720626
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 21/01/2025Russia is much weaker now than a year ago. I hope President Trump will use this leverage to achieve a better outcome for Ukraine and for our own strategic interests, including deterrence of China. 1928942
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 21/01/2025youtu.be/ei9iXEDeSyw?...youtu.beWhy Europe’s Entire Survival Could Depend on 2025YouTube video by Pyotr Kurzin | Geopolitics 418035
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 19/01/2025The Court of Trump open.substack.com/pub/samf/p/t...open.substack.comThe Court of TrumpA guide to the key people around him and the fights they’ll have 1113628
Reposted by Ben HodgesPhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 17/01/2025Worthy of note that as Trump is preparing to take office, he seems to be spending much of his time desperately trying to protect a Chinese company that has been branded a major national security threat. 28524117
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 18/01/2025Nomedia.tenor.coma man wearing mittens is sitting in a chair with the words so cold below himALT: a man wearing mittens is sitting in a chair with the words so cold below him 615816
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 18/01/2025www.spiegel.de/ausland/ukra...spiegel.de(S+) Ex-US-General Ben Hodges: »Trump möchte nicht derjenige sein, der die Ukraine verliert«Der ehemalige US-General Ben Hodges geht davon aus, dass auch der designierte US-Präsident gegenüber Wladimir Putin Stärke zeigen wird. Er fordert den Westen auf, den Sieg der Ukraine endlich als stra... 31088
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 15/01/2025theukrainianreview.info/i-dont-see-a...theukrainianreview.infoI don't see a good outcome for Ukraine if Russia is allowed to retain Ukrainian territoryWe're going to help Ukraine defeat Russia here that would be the best thing, - Ben Hodges in interview for The Ukrainian Review. 14512129
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 14/01/2025www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3aZ...youtube.comBen Hodges - Deep Strikes Using US Weapons Could be Authorized by New Trump Team - Putin in Trouble.YouTube video by Silicon Curtain 823235
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/01/2025www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/o...nytimes.comOpinion | Trump, Hegseth and the Honor of the American MilitaryDonald Trump’s foreign policy may not be as disastrous as that of George W. Bush, whose idealism and hubris led to calamity, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be corrosive. 412220
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/01/2025Likely to be true of everyone of these Russian Shadow Fleet vessels. EU refers to them as "end of life" ships. Good enough reason to stop/inspect them all. Finnish Authorities Find Alarming Safety Deficiencies on Russian Tanker Suspected Cable Damage gcaptain.com/finnish-auth...gcaptain.comFinnish Authorities Find Alarming Safety Deficiencies on Russian Tanker Suspected Cable DamageFinnish maritime authorities have detained the tanker Eagle S following a port state control inspection that revealed numerous serious safety deficiencies. The vessel, identified as part of Russia’s s... 1135384
Reposted by Ben HodgesStratMiL @stratmil.bsky.social · 09/01/2025🇫🇮 ForMin @elinavaltonen.bsky.social 🙌 "The vessel #EagleS appears to be part of 🇷🇺 #shadowfleet and is suspected of intentionally damaging undersea infrastructure. Several measures for limiting the use of the hazardous fleet are in the works." Read! www.economist.com/by-invitatio...economist.comTime is not on Russia’s side, argues Finland’s foreign ministerElina Valtonen calls for a lower oil-price cap and tougher measures against Russia’s shadow fleet 10562132
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 09/01/2025It should be about deterring China from trying what Russia has tried. Help Ukraine defeat Russia and the Chinese will see we have the political will and industrial capacity to stop them. 1323849
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 08/01/2025Superb by Dr Rob Person. www.journalofdemocracy.org/articles/why...journalofdemocracy.orgWhy Ukraine Shouldn’t Negotiate with Putin | Journal of DemocracyMany pundits cry for a negotiated settlement to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. But they misunderstand Vladimir Putin’s motives. The only just end to the war will be in the trenches… 22533183
Reposted by Ben HodgesNOELREPORTS @noelreports.com · 08/01/2025🇺🇸 A new bill in the U.S. House of Representatives calls to recognize Russia's actions in Ukraine as genocide, says Ukraine’s Ambassador to the U.S., Oksana Markarova. unn.ua/en/news/a-dr... 12783122
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 07/01/2025"The idea that the world is more complex now than in the 1970s and 1980s is, of course, horse-sh&t. Sullivan was presented with a world in which the US had very few security concerns as a nation and far greater freedom of action.” @PhillipsPOBrien open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comHistory Wins Out in the EndThe Administration's Attempts to Re-Write Failure 23547120
Ben Hodges @general-ben.bsky.social · 06/01/2025The constant dooming about Ukraine by some well-known analysts, amplified by many media outlets, and taken for granted by the Biden Administration (now white-washing its failure) has been a gift to the Kremlin, undermining support for Ukraine. We are lucky Ukraine keeps fighting. 26816199
Reposted by Ben HodgesBosphorus Observer @yoruk.bsky.social · 02/01/2025New Syrian administration denies entry to Russian flag bulkers carrying stolen grain from occupied territories of Ukraine. Mikhail Nenashev and Matros Shevchenko, unable to unload in Tartus Syria, sailed to Egypt and are waiting to unload in Alexandria’s anchorage area. #OATT 742790
Reposted by Ben HodgesChristopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 04/01/2025While we’re banning books… Finland is teaching children in school how to recognize fake news and propaganda as part of critical thinking and civic responsibility. Some of this will seem very familiar. Be. Like. Finland. 13255179916063
