About me

I am an independent defense analyst and subject-matter expert on drone warfare, counter-UAS, battlefield AI, and rapid military adaptation. I focus on Ukraine as the world’s most dynamic testing ground for modern war—tracking how tactical realities, national strategy, and emerging technology converge on the front lines.

As a generalist, I analyze developments across ISR systems, electronic warfare, logistics, and deterrence credibility. My work is grounded in firsthand experience: I’ve spent years living and working in Ukraine, including during the full-scale invasion. I consult with journalists, respected OSINT newsletters, and open-source intelligence agencies to clarify what matters and why.

I also write Researching Ukraine, an OSINT newsletter ranked in Substack’s Top 100 (International), where I explore battlefield innovation, drone attrition, and why Western defense strategy must evolve or fail.

Before this work, I co-founded the Ukraine Assistance Organization (UAO), which delivers healthcare and medical access to vulnerable communities in southern Ukraine. What began as an emergency food program is now one of the most respected grassroots NGOs in the region, operating in Odesa, Kherson, and Mykolaiv Oblasts.

I combine on-the-ground experience with training in psychology and international security to bridge the gap between warfighters, technologists, and policymakers. My goal is to make complex wartime shifts understandable—and actionable.