NATO's Steadfast Defender military exercises near Russia's borders
NATO's military exercises near Russia's borders, known as Steadfast Defender, are seen by Russia as preparation for potential conflict. Russia accuses NATO of engaging in hybrid attacks and supporting Ukraine against them.
Key Points
- NATO's four-month long military exercises near Russia's borders, known as Steadfast Defender
- Accusations of hybrid attacks by NATO on Russia
- Russia's stance on NATO's activities and preparations for a 'potential conflict'
- Relations between Russia and the West at their most hostile in decades
- 90,000 troops participating in the drills to reinforce European allies
Pros
- Preparation for potential conflict with Russia
- Rehearsing how U.S. troops could reinforce European allies in case of conflict
Cons
- Increasing tensions between Russia and the West
- Accusations of hybrid attacks and support for Ukraine