Putin's plan: Next attack on Georgia and the Baltic States?
Putin's plan: Next attack on Georgia and the Baltic States?
In an alarming warning, Sir Richard Shirff, the former NATO commander-in-chief, outlined the dangerous ambitions of Vladimir Putin. According to Shirff, Russia's success in Ukraine could endanger the torpedoed self -image for other European countries, especially Georgia and Moldova. If there is a withdrawal of US troops from Europe, experts such as Shirff and Anders Fogh Rasmussen, the former NATO general secretary, see a direct conflict with Russia that could threaten security throughout Europe. Ö24 reported that NATO is under pressure to rethink its defense strategies during the influence of the United States.The geopolitical tensions could become more intense because Trump undermines western diplomacy in his rhetoric, which takes over the Kremlin arguments unfiltered. Trump's questions about NATO and the possible reduction of military support for Ukraine have an alarming effect on alliance, such as Rasmussen at Wbur confirmed . A peace agreement that forces Ukraine to its knees could give Putin confirmation of continuing his attacks, while the NATO member states have to prepare for the need to invest more resources in their own defense.
urgency of defense measures
Shirff and Rasmussen illustrate that European defense ability is crucial and demand a drastic increase in expenses. It is estimated that Europe could need $ 250 billion annually to maintain its strength without American support. In order to withstand the threats from Russia, a strengthening of the military presence and creating a cooperative European force would be essential. Trump's influence, combined with the feeling of uncertainty in Europe, is a serious challenge that cannot be ignored.
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