EPISODE · Dec 18, 2024 · 5 MIN
Is Europe ready for conflict with Russia?
from Oordop, een podcast over podcasts · host Arteveldehogeschool Communicatie, Media & Design
NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, on Thursday said that members need to adopt a "wartime mindset" to prepare for growing threats from Moscow. He warns that Russia is building up its military for a long-term conflict and that European countries are not ready for what could happen in the next 4-5 years. And urges NATO members to spend 3% of their national GDPs on defense, but many countries still haven’t met the target of spending 2%. You hear Steven Lamy, expert in European defense, NATO and International Relations. Providing unique insights and background information on this highly applicable issue.
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NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, on Thursday said that members need to adopt a "wartime mindset" to prepare for growing threats from Moscow. He warns that Russia is building up its military for a long-term conflict and that European countries are not ready for what could happen in the next 4-5 years. And urges NATO members to spend 3% of their national GDPs on defense, but many countries still haven’t met the target of spending 2%. You hear Steven Lamy, expert in European defense, NATO and International Relations. Providing unique insights and background information on this highly applicable issue.
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Is Europe ready for conflict with Russia?
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