Phillips Payson O’Brien

Phillips Payson O’Brien

academic United Kingdom

Phillips Payson O’Brien is a professor of strategic studies at the University of St Andrews in Scotland, known for his insights into warfare and military strategy. He has gained recognition for his critical views on the narrative surrounding the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, arguing against the prevailing assumptions about power dynamics in warfare. O’Brien's upcoming book, 'War and Power: Who Wins Wars and Why,' reflects his analysis of military conflicts and challenges conventional wisdom regarding the outcomes of wars. Recently, he has been in the news for his commentary on former President Donald Trump's policy approaches to Russia and Ukraine, suggesting that Trump's tactics may inadvertently benefit Russia.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
2,983
Power
3$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ireland 1 6.00 0.06% +0% 5,030,000 2,983 $5,100 3$
Totals 1 5,030,000 2,983 $5,100 3$
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