Episodes

  • Russia's 3 Options for Taking the Donbas (They're All Bad)

    Russia's 3 Options for Taking the Donbas (They're All Bad)
    Mar 24 2026
    Lightning drone campaign: https://dzygaspaw.com/lightning-strike?project=Lightning+Strike Find more content on Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Today we're looking at a new Russian assessment of how difficult it will be for them to take the remainder of the Donbas anytime in the near future. FighterBomber, a Russian milblogger says they can either accelerate the offense, turn to the defense, or start using nuclear weapons. Quite a sign of how far things have come in the four years of this war. Fighter Bomber: https://t.me/bomber_fighter/24678 GUR: https://t.me/DIUkraine/8038 3rd Army: https://t.me/ab3army/6806 Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Iran War PIVOT: More Troops, New Focus

    Iran War PIVOT: More Troops, New Focus
    Mar 24 2026
    Today we're looking into new assessments that boots on ground are likely in Iran. From General Mattis saying we're in a tough spot, to the Wall Street Journal publishing an article saying it's the only way forward, it seems like this has turned from a maybe to a matter of time. We also look at a Washington Post article suggesting that we're moving towards the Strait of Hormuz as the overriding priority right now, which does seem to line up with recent statements, and would show that we're reacting now to Iranian moves. Sources: https://www.wsj.com/opinion/american-credibility-is-on-the-line-in-iran-84c13e6a https://www.politico.com/news/2026/03/23/mattis-ending-iran-war-now-cede-hormuz-00841109?ICID=ref_fark&utm_campaign=fark&utm_content=link&utm_medium=website&utm_source=fark https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/22/marines-hormuz-strait-decisive-battle-iran-trump/ https://www.stripes.com/branches/army/2026-03-24/karag-82nd-airborne-marines-iran-21167074.html https://www.cbsnews.com/news/strait-of-hormuz-mines-iran-talks-officials/ School of War Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76aesHusuLHkG0aNU0AAY0?si=18312a38c30f45b1 Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • Trump Calls Off Controversial Strikes...For Now

    Trump Calls Off Controversial Strikes...For Now
    Mar 23 2026
    Go to http://proton.me/prestonstewart to get started with Proton Mail. Sign up for a free account and take back control of your email. Check out all the content consolidated in one place at https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Today we're looking into new statements from President Trump that the United States has granted Iran a five day window to open the Strait of Hormuz, extending his previous 48 hour deadline. Iran claims these talks aren't happening so we look into a few scenarios that would explain each argument as of now. Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Bad Stretch For Russian Helicopters

    Bad Stretch For Russian Helicopters
    Mar 23 2026
    Car4Ukraine Campaign: https://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaigns/preston-stewart-offensive-2026 Today we're looking into a recent event where Ukrainian drones brought down two Russian Ka-52 attack helicopters. We look at the footage released by Ukraine and the explanations offered by a number of Russian analysts. Source video from Madyar: https://t.me/robert_magyar/2106 https://x.com/Maks_NAFO_FELLA/status/2034969304383304065?s=20 Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • Iran War Takes a Dangerous Turn

    Iran War Takes a Dangerous Turn
    Mar 22 2026
    Today we're looking into a new red line drawn by President Trump where he says Iran needs to open the Strait of Hormuz or we'll start hitting their energy infrastructure. This risks a broader escalation in the region and Iran has already said they'll consider all energy in the area viable targets. This comes as additional US forces surge into the area. Sources: https://apnews.com/article/diego-garcia-iran-missiles-what-to-know-d51bd9c3bcd83ee0300288221bff5614 Substack: https://prestonstew.substack.com/ Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • "To the Assault Unit – Dead in 3 Days": Inside Russia's Meat Grinder

    "To the Assault Unit – Dead in 3 Days": Inside Russia's Meat Grinder
    Mar 20 2026
    Lightning drone fundraiser: https://dzygaspaw.com/lightning-strike?project=Lightning+Strike Today we're looking into a new report of life in a Russian assault unit. A Russian soldier writes about the problems with these units being used more for punishment than anything else and how little the commanders there care for the lives of their soldiers. We also have more Russian armored assaults starting to take place, an indicator for what we can expect in coming months. Patreon: / prestonstew Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Israel Takes Out 3 Iranian Leaders Fast

    Israel Takes Out 3 Iranian Leaders Fast
    Mar 18 2026
    Today we're looking at the Israeli strike campaign that is steadily eliminating Iran's senior leadership. Over the past 24 hours, they've taken out three senior officials and have been hitting police checkpoints with the hope of providing an opportunity for the people to rise up. The Hudson Institute talked to this suggesting that, as of now, hardliners are solidifying their power and there doesn't seem to be an internal organization pushing back. Hudson Institute piece:https://x.com/HudsonInstitute/status/2033632311338574089 Patreon: / prestonstew Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Forcing Open the Strait of Hormuz

    Forcing Open the Strait of Hormuz
    Mar 17 2026
    Today we're looking into reports that suggest the US is considering using military force to open the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after our allies from around the world rejected President Trump's call for support in the region. We also have the first senior US official resigning over the war. Patreon: / prestonstew Twitter: / prestonstew_ TikTok: / prestonstew Instagram: / prestonstew_ Facebook: / 61584740132063 Contact: preston@warstories.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins