DISINFO: The exercises “Defender Europe 2021” is NATO’s preparation for the war with Russia
SUMMARY
The military exercises “Defender Europe 2021” is NATO’s training to prepare for war against Russia. The focus of the exercises is Balkans and Crimea.
NATO and Ukraine should think and should not expose themselves to mortal risk. The aggression against Russia will cost too much. It is better to be friends with Russia.
Before making aggressive plans, NATO should better learn the long story of Russia’s victories. It is not very clever to harm peaceful Russia. It is just dangerous.
RESPONSE
This is a recurring pro-Kremlin disinformation narrative about NATO, claiming that the alliance is preparing for aggression against Russia and wants to destabilise the Black Sea region.
NATO does not prepare for the war against Russia (or against any other country). The military exercises “Defender Europe 2021” are “defensive in nature and focused on responding to crisis if necessary”.
NATO is a defensive alliance, whose purpose is to protect its member states. The alliance announces its military exercises well in advance and they are subject to international observation. NATO strongly supports efforts to build confidence and transparency in military activities and exercises.
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