The threat from Russia has reached unprecedented levels, with clear evidence of military buildup and strategic positioning against NATO. The production of 1,500 tanks annually, combined with massive ammunition stockpiling and aggressive testing of Western defenses, demonstrates a calculated preparation for potential conflict. The vulnerability of Baltic states requires immediate defensive reinforcement to maintain credible deterrence.
The military industrial capabilities of Western nations have been significantly reduced over years of peace, making rapid response to Russian expansion challenging. European defense manufacturing cannot match Russia's current production rates, and the US is shifting focus toward Indo-Pacific concerns rather than European defense. This strategic realignment leaves NATO potentially unprepared for immediate threats.