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Executive Summary
The conflict in Ukraine demonstrates a new warfare paradigm defined by ubiquitous sensors and a compressed enemy kill chain, which can prosecute targets in as little as three minutes from detection. In this environment, communication equipment is a critical liability. The monthly loss of over 3,000 Motorola radios and 300 Starlink terminals in Ukraine is a metric of this vulnerability. This paper translates tactical observations from the Armed Forces of Ukraine into a framework for U.S. Military and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) units. Survival and mission success require a shift from legacy concepts to a model built on tactical discipline, signature management, and decentralized innovation. Tactical elements must operate at a high tempo to master sensory evasion and rapid adaptation. This document provides actionable recommendations to implement these changes, transforming formations from targets into survivable, decisive assets.
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