Summary of NATO Chief Admits Massing Tens of Thousands of Troops on Russian Border Since 2014

Summary of NATO Chief Admits Massing Tens of Thousands of Troops on Russian Border Since 2014

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NATO Chief Admits Massing Tens of Thousands of Troops on Russian Border Since 2014


MOSCOW (Sputnik) - NATO has transformed its eastern flank from having no combat-ready troops in place in 2014 to tens of thousands now, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said on Thursday.

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NATO's Secretary-General highlighted a significant military transformation in recent years, with a surge in troops and defense spending among allies, citing enhanced defenses against potential threats. Russia has raised concerns about NATO's increased presence near its borders, especially amid Western support for Ukraine. The bloc's potential militarization of the Arctic region, including establishing a new air operations center, has drawn attention. Moscow views Western arms support to Ukraine as a provocation, warning that such weapons could become targets. Despite assurances from Putin that NATO nations are not targets, he criticized the bloc for fearmongering among its population regarding a perceived Russian threat.