Carsten Breuer, German Chief of Defense, and UK counterpart Sir Richard Knighton warn that Russia could be ready to launch an attack on NATO by 2029 or earlier. Indicators include Russian rearmament, increase in personnel, economic and political changes. NATO must prepare for immediate combat readiness, strengthen military capability by 2029, and achieve technological superiority by 2035. Estonian intelligence reports Russia does not plan to attack NATO members this year or next but continues rebuilding forces. Lieutenant General Gerald Funke warns Russia could attack NATO within two to three years. NATO plans to create an unmanned robotic zone along its borders with Russia and Belarus within two years and pre-position more weapons.

Carsten Breuer, German Chief of Defense, and UK counterpart Sir Richard Knighton warn that Russia could be ready to launch an attack on NATO by 2029 or earlier. Indicators include Russian rearmament, increase in personnel, economic and political changes. NATO must prepare for immediate combat readiness, strengthen military capability by 2029, and achieve technological superiority by 2035. Estonian intelligence reports Russia does not plan to attack NATO members this year or next but continues rebuilding forces. Lieutenant General Gerald Funke warns Russia could attack NATO within two to three years. NATO plans to create an unmanned robotic zone along its borders with Russia and Belarus within two years and pre-position more weapons.