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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 7 MIN

How extreme weather is emerging as a security threat for NATO

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Extreme weather is officially recognized by NATO as a critical "threat multiplier" and "shaping threat" that directly undermines military readiness, degrades vital infrastructure, and reshapes global geopolitical competition. Rather than treating climate change as a purely ecological concern, the Alliance views escalating environmental shocks as core structural challenges affecting tactical, operational, and strategic defense planning.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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