Satellite imagery and Western officials reveal Russia is rapidly expanding its military near its borders with Finland and other NATO countries, exceeding the expectations of many analysts. This buildup, including the creation of new divisions and infrastructure, is part of a broader plan to increase its army’s size to 1.5 million troops. Experts warn this signals potential preparations for future conflict with NATO, with some suggesting a limited operation against a Baltic state could occur within two to three years after the Ukraine war concludes. Russia’s increased defense spending has fueled a surge in military production, particularly of tanks and artillery.
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The Baltic region is bracing itself for a potential conflict, fueled by escalating tensions between Russia and the United States over Ukraine’s future. Intelligence suggests that Russia is significantly expanding its military capabilities, preparing for a possible large-scale confrontation with NATO within the next five years, particularly if NATO appears weak. This worry is amplified by concerns that the US might withdraw troops from the region, a move that would have devastating consequences.
The Baltic states – Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia – are on the front lines of this looming crisis. Having once been part of the Soviet Union, they understand the threat posed by Russia intimately.… Continue reading
In a Kyiv interview, Major General Christian Freuding revealed Germany’s assessment that Russia plans to bolster its military capabilities by 2029, posing a potential threat to NATO, including Germany’s eastern neighbors. Russia’s ongoing aggression in Ukraine highlights this threat, which Freuding emphasized as the greatest to Europe. Germany is responding by supplying additional military aid, including two more IRIS-T air defense systems for Ukraine by the end of 2024, and anticipates further high-level discussions regarding Ukraine’s defense in December. This underscores Germany’s commitment to supporting Ukraine and countering the escalating Russian threat.
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John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood