Eastern Europe Support for NATO Allies 2022-02-21
2022-02-21
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Context
The current situation involves Russia's increased military build-up and hostile actions, including support for Belarus in weaponizing migrants. The question addresses the need for further reinforcements and a refugee crisis contingency plan.
Russia is openly hostile, supporting Belarus with weaponized migrants and building up its military since 2017. Will you give more detail on planning in the Ministry of Defence and NATO for further reinforcements and any potential refugee crisis?
A donor conference recently requested forces from NATO allies for resilience, reassurance or containment. NATO has options like graduated response plans for times of crisis.
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The Secretary did not provide specific details on planning or commitments regarding further reinforcements and refugee crisis contingencies.
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