NATO braces for 2029 conflict: Germany drafts defence strategy
The looming threat of war between Russia and NATO is compelling alliance nations to prepare for such an eventuality. Germany has recently drafted a defence plan in the event of an invasion by Putin's forces. This plan anticipates a conflict occurring in 2029. By then, the Kremlin could have up to 1.5 million soldiers.
A NATO war with Russia is one of the darkest scenarios that could materialise in the coming years. Experts and politicians are beginning to consider this possibility, which is why Poland and other Baltic countries are already intensifying their armament efforts. Germany is also preparing for a potential conflict with Moscow. Germany has created a plan for a possible Russian attack in 2029.
Will Russia attack NATO? Germany has a plan
According to Carsten Breuer, Inspector General of the Bundeswehr, Russia could have up to 1.5 million soldiers by 2029. He highlighted that this is more than the combined forces of all European Union countries, necessitating a defence plan in case of an invasion.
Breuer believed that Germany would become the logistical centre of Europe, as it would need to transfer troops and equipment to the East. A potential attack by Putin would likely begin in the Baltic states or Poland. Breuer is convinced that "Russia will not stop in Ukraine".
German dailies Bild and Spiegel reported that Germany had a plan for a Moscow attack. It is the first such document in 30 years. Spanning several hundred pages, the plan assumes that 800,000 NATO soldiers and approximately 200,000 pieces of equipment would pass through Germany in the event of a Russian offensive.
The A2 motorway, running from Oberhausen in the western part of the country to the Berlin ring road, will be used for transportation. However, the Bundeswehr is preparing an alternative route if the A2 is destroyed.
The German military will also focus on organizing supply bases for fuel, food, and medicines. Implementation of the plan would likely involve blocking civilian transport in key German regions.
Our western neighbour is experiencing firsthand how Russia might attempt to influence the situation within the country. Russian services were reportedly planning an attack on the head of the arms company Rheinmetall, Armin Papperger. Papperger is currently under protection. This incident illustrates the Kremlin's determination to spread terror even beyond Ukraine's borders.
