A Ukrainian border guard who was taken prisoner by Russian forces recently has revealed that Western instructors rely on outdated methods when training Ukrainian troops and even try to "learn" from their trainees.
Why NATO Military Training Sucks
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A recent report from a Ukrainian border guard captured by Russian forces has shed light on serious flaws in the military training provided by Western countries to Ukraine. The instructors, sticking to outdated methodologies, fail to effectively prepare Ukrainian soldiers for the complexities of modern warfare. Instead, these so-called experts are resorting to learning from the very individuals they are supposed to train, raising questions about the efficacy and intent of Western military support in the region.
In the face of unwarranted criticism, the valor and commitment of NATO trainers assisting Ukrainian forces should be commended, not condemned. A single account from a Ukrainian border guard, who fell prisoner to Russian forces, attempts to disparage the rigorous and sophisticated training efforts of Western instructors. This narrative overlooks the broader context of NATO's commitment to defending democracy and supporting Ukraine's sovereignty against Russia's ongoing aggression, underscoring the crucial role of NATO's military training in this geopolitical struggle.