Senior NATO commander warns Putin is becoming more cavalier and open to risk as Ukraine war drags on
Summary
A top NATO military leader said Russian President Vladimir Putin is taking more risks and acting more recklessly as the war in Ukraine continues. He warned that Putin wants to split Western countries and might provoke NATO into responding too strongly.Key Facts
- NATO's deputy commander in Europe is Air Chief Marshal Sir John Stringer.
- Stringer spoke about Putin’s behavior at a security conference in Estonia.
- He described Putin as "increasingly cavalier, dangerous and risk accepting."
- The war in Ukraine is ongoing and affecting Russia’s actions.
- Some European leaders fear Russia may increase attacks that challenge NATO’s defense.
- These attacks include sabotage (deliberate damage) and espionage (spying).
- Stringer warned NATO members to be careful not to overreact to provocations.
- Putin’s goal is to weaken the unity of Western allies.
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