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Italy's Defense Minister Warns of Potential Russian Threat to NATO
- On July 3, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto cautioned that Russia might acquire the capability to challenge NATO’s security directly on its territory over the next five years, following discussions at the recent NATO summit.
- This warning arises amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine that started in 2022, during which Russia has reportedly suffered casualties exceeding one million troops, with around 200,000 occurring in the first half of this year, while public backing for the war within Russia remains strong.
- At the NATO summit, allies agreed to increase defense spending targeting 3.5% of GDP by 2035, with Italy planning substantial infrastructure investments that serve both civilian and military purposes.
- Crosetto confirmed that Italy has already budgeted funds without cutting spending on healthcare or pensions, and emphasized that there is no evidence suggesting Russia is redirecting its production efforts to non-military uses, even if a ceasefire were to occur.
- Italy’s commitment to raised defense spending and dual-use infrastructure suggests ongoing adaptation to security challenges while balancing public finances and political timing ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Politicians and military forces have so far warned that Russia could attack NATO in 2029. Now they are changing their communication strategy. The BND is behind this.
Italy's Defense Minister Warns of Potential Russian Threat to NATO
Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto cautioned that Russia could pose a military threat to NATO within five years. He mentioned NATO's decision to boost defense spending due to concerns over Russia and assured that Italy wouldn't divert funds from health or pensions, aligning with NATO targets.
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Russia poses growing military threat to NATO members, Italy says
ROME (Reuters) -Russia could have the ability to pose a military threat to NATO territory within five years, Italy's Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said on Thursday. Read full story
Russia could pose a military threat to NATO in the next five years.
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