BLUF

Alliance leader Mark Rutte warned European NATO countries to increase defence spending because Russia could be in a position to mount a successful attack against a NATO member within the next three to five years.

Learning Outcomes 

  • Broaden knowledge of issues affecting European NATO countries, particularly growing Russian aggression.
  • Recognise the urgency and purpose of increasing defence spending in preparation for, and prevention of, military conflict.
  • Understand the importance of increasing military investment in air and missile defence capabilities to help deter Russian aggression.  
READ: NATO chief calls for five times more air defenses increase to deter Russia

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