Putin's Defense Strategy and NATO's Preparedness
Russia's rearmament could enable large-scale assault by 2029, aiming for 1.5 million troops.
Putin framed invasion as defensive.
Russia's air force and nuclear forces remain strong, while Black Sea Fleet weakened.
NATO's deterrence could prevent Kremlin action; Article 5 would involve U.S. in war.
31/32 NATO members met 2% Gross Domestic Product defense target.
Russia's hybrid warfare includes cyberattacks, and possible arms control exit.
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