NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reports that Russia is producing ammunition at a rate multiple times higher than NATO members combined. This significant disparity raises concerns about the alliance's defense capabilities. Rutte emphasizes the need for increased production and defense spending among NATO countries to address the growing imbalance and ensure collective security. He also warned that Russia may pose a direct threat to NATO territory within three to five years.
Wars are no longer fought just over ideological divisions or territorial disputes—control over weapon supplies has become a key factor in determining the course of conflicts. Both legal and illicit arms sales influence the balance of power, making arms transfers a crucial element in understanding global dynamics, regional tensions, and the strategies of nations and non-state actors alike.
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