In the context of growing tensions on the eastern borders of the European Union, Germany has taken an active role in strengthening the defense capability of its oriental allies. The main purpose of placing German troops and tanks in Lithuania is to deter Russia, writes Politico.
This strategic deployment became especially relevant against the backdrop of the Grand Quadriga 2024 Bundeswehr, which took place in Lithuania in May this year.
The Grand Quadriga 2024 Bundesweh Trades, which took place in Lithuania as part of NATO's exercises, ended at the end of May just 15 km from the border with Belarus. A 1.5-hour fight with combat firing was arranged at the Pabrad Liked for Legislators, Diplomats and Commanders.
"The message for the VIP persons was clear: we are preparing for Russia," the publication says.
"Germany keeps its word," - summarizes the results of the exercises, General Bundesver Karsten Bruer. "We will protect every centimeter of NATO territory."
According to him, the Alliance expects that in Russia it will take five years to prepare for the war with NATO after the Ukrainian conflict - this is set to prepare for hostilities for the West by 2029, and at the same time to show "aggressive neighbors" that the Alliance is serious in their intentions to enter with them, explains.
