After a Generation of Peace, Europe Tells Its People to Prepare for War

As Trump tries to negotiate Ukraine peace deal, European leaders sound alarm that Russia could target their countries next

Quick Summary

• European officials are increasingly warning their citizens to prepare for potential conflict with Russia, a psychological shift for the continent.

• NATO’s European members plan to increase traditional defense spending to 3.5% of their economies by 2035, up from 2% currently.

• Russia is suspected of conducting a covert “gray zone” assault on Europe, to try to damage its economy and sow confusion.