loader from loading.io

Trump-Putin Alaska Summit: Former CIA Officers Break Down Looming Meeting

Combat Story

Release Date: 08/15/2025

Generation Kill to MARSOC: Jason Lilley’s Combat & Personal Journey show art Generation Kill to MARSOC: Jason Lilley’s Combat & Personal Journey

Combat Story

In this unfiltered Combat Story episode, we go deep with Jason Lilley — Recon Marine, MARSOC Raider, CIA Global Response Staff, and co-creator of Savage Actual. Jason opens up about his path from a turbulent youth to serving in some of the most elite units in the U.S. military, facing the chaos of Iraq and Afghanistan, and building a new life as a creator and veteran advocate. In this episode: From family struggles to joining the Marine Corps First Recon, Generation Kill, and the invasion of Iraq Intense firefights in Fallujah and Afghanistan Life in MARSOC and the CIA’s Global Response...

info_outline
Trump-Putin Alaska Summit: Former CIA Officers Break Down Looming Meeting show art Trump-Putin Alaska Summit: Former CIA Officers Break Down Looming Meeting

Combat Story

🎙️ Time-Sensitive RH Intel: Trump-Putin Alaska Summit Analysis 🌍🇺🇸🇷🇺 Join Ryan Fugit and Glenn, both seasoned former CIA officers 🕵️‍♂️, as they unpack the high-stakes Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska 🏔️—a pivotal moment for US-Russia relations and the Ukraine conflict. This timely episode dives deep into international diplomacy, geopolitical tensions, and the shifting dynamics of the global security landscape. Get a daily intel brief delivered to your email at   to get a curated set of insights and reporting on Russia, China, Iran, the MIddle East...

info_outline
Former CIA Officers Talk Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Iran, China on Restricted Handling w/ Glenn Corn show art Former CIA Officers Talk Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Iran, China on Restricted Handling w/ Glenn Corn

Combat Story

🔥 New Podcast Drop! This exclusive crossover episode introduces my brand-new show Restricted Handling đź”’ — hosted by me - Ryan Fugit - and former CIA Chief of Station Glenn Corn 🕵️‍♂️. 🎯 Combat Story fans — don’t worry. That show will continue strong under decorated Marine Sniper & Recon Operator AJ Pasciuti 🦅. But if you crave deeper dives into intelligence, military operations, and high-stakes geopolitics, Restricted Handling is your new must-listen. 🕵️ What’s Restricted Handling? In the Intelligence Community, “Restricted Handling” refers to...

info_outline
The Toll it Takes: Delta Force Operator & Veteran Advocate Derek Nadalini show art The Toll it Takes: Delta Force Operator & Veteran Advocate Derek Nadalini

Combat Story

Delta Force Veteran Derek Nadalini: Unfiltered Combat Stories, Hard Truths, & the Battle for Redemption Step inside the untold world of America’s most elite warriors. In this explosive episode of Combat Story, we sit down with Derek Nadalini, a former Delta Force operator, veteran of Joint Special Operations Command, Army Ranger, and Navy serviceman, for a raw and riveting conversation about the realities of modern war and the fight to find peace after the guns go silent. Check out our Derek Nadalini’s Journey: From a military family shaped by Vietnam to a career that spanned the...

info_outline
Delta Force to Healing Force | Tom Satterly’s Battle Beyond the Battlefield show art Delta Force to Healing Force | Tom Satterly’s Battle Beyond the Battlefield

Combat Story

This is a unique Combat Story and part of a new Podumentary series where we interview some of our fan favorite guests and go even deeper on the moments in combat that forged them. This week we have Tom Satterly, former Delta Force Sergeant Major whose first battle was in Operational Gothic Serpent (Black Hawk Down) and his last was some battlefield in the post-9/11 era. Many will recall our original interview with Tom on Episode #11. Tom co-founded and runs the All Secure Foundation with his wife Jen. All Secure helps save vets who are dealing with challenging times.  About All Secure...

info_outline
Combat from Echo in Ramadi | Marine Commander Takes Us Inside the Deadliest City in Iraq Scott Huesing show art Combat from Echo in Ramadi | Marine Commander Takes Us Inside the Deadliest City in Iraq Scott Huesing

Combat Story

Today we have a great interview with 24 year retired Marine and best selling author of Echo in Ramadi, Scott Huesing. Scott led the “magnificent bastards” of 2/4 Marines during one of the most brutal periods of the post-9/11 war from 2006 into 2007 during the Surge. Scott went from self-described terrible high school student to enlisted Marine to Mustang (a Marine Officer who was formerly Enlisted), serving on 10 deployments in multiple countries.  In this episode, Scott takes into an intense fight to extract several pinned down Marines that included bringing M1A1s along to losing his...

info_outline
Medal of Honor Leadership Ryan Pitts | Medal of Honor | Leadership in Battle show art Medal of Honor Leadership Ryan Pitts | Medal of Honor | Leadership in Battle

Combat Story

Today we have a once in a lifetime interview with Medal of Honor recipient Ryan Pitts, who truly earned this prestigious award in the mountains of Afghanistan fighting off a very dedicated, organized, and determined enemy force. Ryan and I connected thanks to the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership, a non-profit helping to share lessons of leadership from Medal of Honor recipients and the values they live by with people who lead at any level. In this episode, we dive into Ryan’s near death experiences (there are several) while downrange but we never venture far from what leadership...

info_outline
Life Changing Moment in Combat | Leads to Life of Service | Force Recon | Non-Profit Founder |  Jake Harriman show art Life Changing Moment in Combat | Leads to Life of Service | Force Recon | Non-Profit Founder | Jake Harriman

Combat Story

Today we have a fascinating Combat Story with Jake Harriman who is one of those guys who makes you feel incredibly lazy for not helping hungry people in Africa (seriously) and helping to heal the divide in America, one person at a time. It’s no surprise that Jake served alongside Todd Opalski (who long time fans of the show will know as the enlisted Marine Sniper who became a Marine officer, Force Recon leader, and was then invited to serve in the most elite unit in the US Military). You can’t help but do great things if you worked with Todd!  Jake is truly an incredibly humble but...

info_outline
SEAL Troop Commander | Tech Founder | Josh Thurman show art SEAL Troop Commander | Tech Founder | Josh Thurman

Combat Story

Our Combat Story today is former Navy SEAL officer Josh Thurman, who spent over 12 years serving in the SEAL Teams​, including at the elite level. Over the course of 11 deployments in the post-9/11 era​, Josh led high-stakes special operations missions and nearly lost his own life on countless occasions.   Join the AngelQ Waitlist to get a special offer and be one of the first to get access to this amazing product that keeps kids safe online: https://bitli.pro/2pvxr_9464bab7 Josh almost never joined the military and, instead, thought of becoming a religious leader, which we talk about...

info_outline
Europe’s New Perspectives on Russia, China, Energy, and Economic Security from Italian Veteran Roberto Toncig show art Europe’s New Perspectives on Russia, China, Energy, and Economic Security from Italian Veteran Roberto Toncig

Combat Story

Today we sit down with Roberto Toncig, a retired Italian Army and former Government Executive with 40+ years of experience in the field of Defence and Security. He spent over two decades in steeped in International Relations and Security, most of them spent in challenging positions at various Italian Embassies abroad.  In addition to Italian and fantastic English, Roberto speaks German, French, Serbo-Croatian, and Russian. In his post-government work, Roberto is an advisor at Leonardo focused on Regional Security for this global defense, security, and aerospace giant.  We connected...

info_outline
 
More Episodes

🎙️ Time-Sensitive RH Intel: Trump-Putin Alaska Summit Analysis 🌍🇺🇸🇷🇺

Join Ryan Fugit and Glenn, both seasoned former CIA officers 🕵️‍♂️, as they unpack the high-stakes Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska 🏔️—a pivotal moment for US-Russia relations and the Ukraine conflict. This timely episode dives deep into international diplomacy, geopolitical tensions, and the shifting dynamics of the global security landscape.

Get a daily intel brief delivered to your email at https://www.restrictedhandling.com/  to get a curated set of insights and reporting on Russia, China, Iran, the MIddle East and more from a national security perspective.

With decades of intelligence experience, Ryan and Glenn offer unparalleled insights into:

🔹 The strategic implications of the Alaska summit

🔹 The battlefield realities shaping negotiations 🪖

🔹 The symbolic significance of the meeting’s location

🔹 How this summit could influence NATO strategy and future diplomacy

You’ll also learn the hidden history of Alaska’s role in U.S.-Russia affairs, the motivations of key players, and the possible paths forward for Ukraine, Russia, and the West.

đź’ˇ Key Takeaways:

🤝 The summit is a rare, high-stakes opportunity for dialogue.

📍 Alaska offers strategic advantages, including fewer ICC challenges.

🎯 Russia’s tactics aim to strengthen their bargaining position.

⚠️ Risks remain for Ukraine in potential negotiations.

🪢 U.S. strategy must balance pressure with incentives.

🕊️ Diplomacy is essential—some conflicts can’t be won militarily.

đź’Ş Ukrainian resilience will be a decisive factor.

📢 Sound Bites:

“This is a high-stakes meeting.”

“Putin’s actions serve the ego of one man.”

“We need to incentivize the Russians to behave.”

📌 Keywords: US-Russia relations, Ukraine conflict, Trump-Putin meeting, Alaska summit, NATO, international diplomacy, geopolitical tensions, global security.

🎧 Listen now for a gripping, no-spin breakdown of what’s happening behind closed doors—and what it means for the future of international power.

Time sensitive RH intel: join Ryan Fugit and Glenn, both veterans of the CIA, as they navigate the intricate landscape of international diplomacy and geopolitical tensions. This is a timely episode focused on the pivotal meeting between President Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska, they explore the strategic implications for Ukraine and the broader global stage. Drawing from decades of experience, Ryan and Glenn provide an in-depth analysis of the current US-Russia relations, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the potential outcomes of this high-stakes summit.

Discover the historical context behind Alaska's role in this meeting, the symbolic significance of the location, and the potential impact on future negotiations involving Ukraine, Russia, and NATO. As they dissect the motivations and strategies of key players, Ryan and Glenn offer unique insights into the challenges and opportunities facing international leaders today.

Whether you're interested in the nuances of diplomacy, the dynamics of power, or the future of global security, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the forces shaping our world. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that goes beyond the headlines to uncover the realities of international relations.

  • The Trump-Putin meeting is a high-stakes opportunity for dialogue.
  • Alaska's location for the meeting is strategic, reducing ICC challenges.
  • Russia's battlefield tactics are aimed at improving their negotiating position.
  • There are concerns about Ukraine potentially losing ground in negotiations.
  • The U.S. must consider both sticks and carrots in its approach to Russia.
  • Diplomacy is crucial; not all conflicts can be resolved through military means.
  • The long-term impact of the war on both Ukraine and Russia will be significant.

Connect with Glenn at https://greatsouthbayinc.com/

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Context Setting
  • 01:21 The Significance of the Alaska Meeting
  • 04:36 Current Battlefield Dynamics in Ukraine
  • 08:03 Negotiating Positions and Red Lines
  • 11:33 Future Predictions and Strategic Considerations
  • 15:03 The Broader Implications for Global Politics
  • 18:18 Understanding Putin's Motivations
  • 22:06 The Impact of War on Russian Identity
  • 24:02 Vitaly Klitschko: A Leader in Times of Crisis
  • 25:13 Navigating Diplomacy with Russia
  • 29:41 The Importance of Dialogue and Negotiation
  • 31:59 Strategies for Engaging Russia
  • 34:46 Long-term Consequences of the Conflict