The 2029 warning: NATO's race to rearm ahead of Russia
CBC
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A series of sobering warnings about the prospect of war in Europe have emerged over the last few weeks.
Germany's defence minister and senior military leaders say Russia could be ready to threaten a NATO member by 2029.
The warning comes as intelligence points to a rapid Russian military buildup, Europe scrambles to rearm and Washington signals it expects allies to stand increasingly on their own.