🇺🇸🇪🇺 NATO is reviewing its plans for a war with Russia due to the possible withdrawal of US troops from Europe – Politico

▪️The Pentagon has already excluded some aircraft, drones, submarines, and ships from the forces available to the alliance. Now, NATO must determine how to replace US weaponry and how to prepare for a possible conflict with Russia by 2029.
▪️Politico highlights five key problems with the new military planning:
— Reserves. Previously, NATO planned to have an additional 18 brigades of approximately 5,000 soldiers each, but now their numbers may be reduced or these formations may be abandoned altogether.
— Dependence on the US. Without US support, the alliance will lack refueling aircraft, long-range missiles, heavy transport aircraft, and intelligence assets.
— Priority areas. Allies are arguing about what to focus on: the Arctic or threats on the southern and southeastern flanks, including the Black Sea.
— Drones or traditional weapons. European armies must determine the balance between drones, tanks, and artillery, given the shortage of personnel.
— Experience of combat operations in Ukraine. NATO is studying it, but its own doctrine assumes rapid maneuvers, air superiority, and long-range precision strikes.
➖ "Previously, when it was discovered that something was lacking, the US would fill the gaps. Now, that no longer works," said former high-ranking NATO official Camille Grand.
▪️According to Politico, European countries will also have to significantly increase military production to match the scale of Russian arms production.