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Podcast: Brian Crombie Radio Hour
Episode: Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1598 - The Illusion of Tactical Dominance: Why Modern Wars Don’t End the Way We Expect with Adnan Khan
Description: In this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian is joined by war correspondent and geopolitical analyst Adnan R. Khan for a thought-provoking conversation on what he calls “the illusion of tactical dominance.” While modern militaries are built around precision, technology, and overwhelming force, this discussion challenges a core assumption: that tactical superiority leads to strategic victory. Together, they explore how conflicts in Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Ukraine reveal a consistent pattern — winning battles does not necessarily mean winning wars. The conversation also dives into the rise of asymmetric warfare, where smaller actors use drones, AI, and adaptability to offset tradit...