Overview

• Ed Arnold of RUSI predicts NATO could face a military conflict with Russia by 2027, emphasizing the need for immediate defense readiness.
• Germany is advised to prioritize mass production of effective weapon systems like Taurus missiles, Leopard 2 A8 tanks, and Gepard anti-aircraft vehicles.
• Experts highlight the success of German systems, such as IRIS-T launchers, in Ukraine, urging their mass production and export.
• Strategic autonomy is encouraged, with calls for Europe to reduce reliance on costly U.S. platforms like F-35 jets and Patriot systems.
• The Suwalki Gap in the Baltics is identified as a critical flashpoint for potential conflict, requiring heightened NATO vigilance.