Helsinki, Finland, Amid the ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine, another major military activity in Europe has created a global sensation. NATO conducts its largest artillery exercise ever in Finland near the Russian border ‘Dynamic Front 25’ Held. This military exercise has further heated up the already sensitive atmosphere. This development has not only increased the tension between the Russia-Ukraine war, but has also created a stir in world politics.
Archer mobile howitzer: NATO’s new display of power
The weapon that attracted the most attention in this unprecedented NATO exercise was archer mobile howitzerThis Swedish-made 155 mm automatic artillery system has the capability to fire more than 8 rounds in minutes and can hit targets up to 50 kilometers (31 mi) away. The British Army demonstrated it for the first time in Finland for live firing.
In addition to Archer, troops from the UK Multiple Launch Rocket System And Taipan Weapon Locating Radar System Also tested. British Armed Forces Minister luke pollard described the exercise as an example of the UK’s commitment to NATO. He stressed that the UK has promised to dedicate 2.5% of its defense budget to NATO strategic strategies.
Big NATO military gathering near Russia
This NATO exercise was organized in Northern Lapland of Finland, which is just 1,300 kilometers away from the Russian border. dynamic front 25 About 5,000 soldiers and more than 130 weapon systems from 28 countries participated. Finland’s among these K9 Thunderfrom France caesar howitzer and UK’s Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank Also included.
Holding the exercise is particularly important for Finland as it joins NATO in 2023, further strengthening the alliance’s eastern bulwark against the Kremlin.
NATO’s show of strength amid Ukraine crisis
The war between Russia and Ukraine has already put the world in a tense situation. Meanwhile, this big exercise of NATO has worked to further provoke Russia. The event, hosted by Finland, is being considered as Europe’s largest artillery exercise so far.
President of Russia Vladimir Putin Have already expressed deep concern about the growing influence of NATO. He warned in clear words that Western support for Ukraine is testing Russia’s patience.
NATO’s new strategy in Poland
Just before this exercise, the UK had announced the deployment of its military brigade and Challenger 3 tanks to Poland. This step has been taken towards further strengthening NATO’s Eastern Front.
NATO also conducted a number of activities as part of the exercise in Poland, Germany, Romania and Estonia, which aimed to enhance coordination and share strategic information between artillery units of member countries.
Russia-Ukraine War: Is World War 3 Near?
The war between Russia and Ukraine has now reached a point where it seems difficult to stop it. Recently Russia attacked Ukraine Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Attacked from, which has given a new direction to the war. After this attack, Putin clearly warned that if America and other Western countries continue to support Ukraine, it will have serious consequences.
Future strategies for NATO
This activism of NATO shows that the organization is ready to further strengthen its defense against Russia. This military exercise not only demonstrates the strength of NATO countries but also strengthens their collective security doctrine.
Meanwhile, experts believe that such military exercises could make Russia more aggressive. Putin has already described NATO expansion as a threat to his security.
NATO’s dynamic front 25 The exercise has added another layer to the tense atmosphere of the Russia-Ukraine war. This event in Finland has attracted the attention of not only Europe but the whole world. It will be interesting to see how Russia reacts to this.
It is clear from this development that major changes may be seen in global politics and military strategies in the coming times. Is this a sign of Third World War? Or will ways be found to resolve the growing tension between NATO and Russia? Only time will tell.
