Lessons from Ukraine: The Future of Armored Warfare and Innovation

Lessons from Ukraine: The Future of Armored Warfare and Innovation

February 2025 marked three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, an ongoing conflict that has reshaped how the U.S. and NATO approach modern military operations. As Former Commanding General of the Security Assistance Group – Ukraine (SAGU), (Ret.) LTG Tony Aguto gained firsthand insights supporting the Ukrainian military on the ground.

At Armored Vehicles USA 2025, Aguto shared key lessons from Ukraine, covering threat evolution, emerging technologies, and the future of armored warfare.

Ahead of the event, IDGA sat down with him to discuss how these experiences are informing survivability, modernization, and capability development.

Download the full interview to explore Ukraine’s lasting impact on armored vehicle strategy.