The article discusses Russia's concerning military activities, including the establishment of a new army headquarters in Petrozavodsk to manage tens of thousands of troops and the expansion of military bases near the borders of Finland and the Baltic countries. Western intelligence agencies fear that this is preparation for a future conflict.
The production of T-90M tanks has increased from 40 to 300 annually, and this new equipment is not being sent to the Ukrainian front, which suggests preparation for a different confrontation. Western sources believe that after the war in Ukraine, small brigades may expand to become divisions of 10,000 soldiers. Old or repaired Soviet equipment is primarily being sent to the Ukrainian front.
NATO countries, especially those bordering Russia (Finland, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Poland), have reinforced their borders with minefields, fences, anti-tank barriers, and fortified defensive points. Experts warn that Russia could launch a large-scale war in Europe within five years, with the timeframe for a limited operation against the Baltic countries being considerably shorter (2-3 years).
New barracks are being built in the Kamienka military base near the Finnish border, and new military equipment storage facilities are appearing in the Sputnik base near the Norwegian and Finnish border. New railway lines are being built along the borders with Finland and Norway.
While Donald Trump downplayed concerns about Russia escalating conflict beyond Ukraine, many Eastern European countries see the situation differently and are actively preparing for potential Russian aggression. The article highlights the contrasting views and the alarming military developments.