The ongoing conflict in Ukraine, initiated by Russia's invasion in February 2022, has not shown signs of a swift resolution. The prospect of a prolonged conflict and its potential spill beyond Ukraine's borders has intensified concerns and is shaping the security discourse across the continent.
In fact, there are increasing worries among European Union leaders and defense ministers who are cautioning their citizens about the looming possibility of a more extensive war in the coming years. (Related: Russia accuses Ukraine of using American-made chemical weapons.)
Recently, the Scandinavian country of Sweden – traditionally known for its policy of non-alignment – has officially become the 32nd member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). This marks a significant departure from its more than 200 years of neutrality, according to the Daily Mail. But Sweden's March 7 accession to full membership, coupled with remarks made by Swedish Defense Minister Carl-Oskar Bohlin in January of this year, underscores the perceived need for preparation. "The world is facing a security outlook with greater risks than at any time since the end of [World War II]," he said at the time. "There could be war in Sweden." Meanwhile, British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps also echoed the sentiments of his Swedish counterpart. "Our adversaries are busily rebuilding their barriers," he said likewise in January of this year. "Old enemies are reanimated, battle lines are being redrawn, the tanks are literally on Ukraine's lawn and the foundations of the world order are being shaken to their core." In response to the evolving geopolitical landscape, NATO and EU countries are taking concerted measures to bolster their defense capabilities. Concurrently, there is a collective effort to supply Ukraine with additional weapons and ammunition while simultaneously enhancing arms production to meet the escalating demand. Watch the report about a Russian rocket landing and exploding near Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This video is from the Vampire Slayer channel on Brighteon.com.By Richard Brown // Share
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