Germany’s foreign intelligence chief, Bruno Kahl, has warned that Russia’s growing military power may escalate tensions with NATO, potentially leading to war with the West by the end of the decade.<br /> <br />Article 5, NATO’s cornerstone for collective defense, obligates all member states to respond if one is attacked. <br /><br />Kahl suggested that Russia might test this clause by launching limited provocations or direct strikes to challenge the alliance’s unity.<br /><br />Kahl emphasized that Russia’s growing military strength, including battle-hardened troops and modern drone warfare, poses a significant threat, raising concerns that Moscow could be planning for war with Germany or other NATO allies by the end of the decade.<br /><br />#NATO #Russia #Article5 #EuropeanSecurity #HybridWarfare #MilitaryTensions
