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Europe braces for ‘most extreme’ military scenario as Trump-Putin 2.0 begins

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January 26, 2025

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Lithuania plans to lay mines on its bridges to Russia. NATO ships are hunting Russia’s so-called ‘Shadow Fleet’ in the Baltic Sea. There are plans to construct a vast missile defense system with the explicit purpose of shooting down rockets launched by Moscow. European officials have repeatedly stated that Putin is preparing for a war with the West. Trump has suggested he might not defend America’s historical NATO allies if they are attacked by Russia.

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Europe is on high alert as countries like Lithuania prepare for potential conflict with Russia, including laying mines on bridges and increasing military spending.
NATO is actively monitoring Russian activities, such as the ‘Shadow Fleet’ and cyber attacks, which are seen as part of a broader strategy of hybrid warfare against the West.
The uncertainty surrounding U.S. defense commitments under President Trump has caused anxiety in Europe, leading to calls for increased self-reliance in defense matters.
Eastern European nations, especially those bordering Russia, are particularly concerned and are taking proactive measures to enhance their defenses against possible aggression.
NATO’s Article 5, which promises mutual defense among members, has not been tested since 9/11, and there are fears that Trump’s administration may not uphold this commitment if needed.
In response to the threat from Russia, European countries are significantly boosting their defense budgets, with Lithuania planning to allocate up to 6% of its GDP to defense spending.
Despite some progress, analysts argue that Western European nations are still not investing enough in defense compared to their Eastern counterparts, leaving them vulnerable to potential threats.

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