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The military strength of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his strategy after the Ukrainian war have raised concern in Europe. Many experts believe that after Ukraine, Russia may head towards Baltic countries (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) or Poland. But does Russia have many weapons and resources, can they fight only Europe or NATO?
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Russia’s military strength: facts and figures
Russia is one of the world’s largest military forces, especially in the case of nuclear weapons. Here are some important figures…
- Nuclear weapons: There are about 5580 nuclear weapons in Russia, which is the highest in the world. These weapons are four times more powerful than the bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the United States.
- Active soldier: In September 2024, Putin ordered the Russian army to extend to 15 million active soldiers, becoming the second largest army in the world (after China).
- Tank and cannons: There are 12500 tanks, 30000 armored vehicles and 6500 artillery in Russia. However, many old weapons have been destroyed in the war in Ukraine.
- Nuclear Strategy: Russia has used strategic nuclear weapons in Belarus. Both countries conduct joint military exercises.
- Military Budget: Russia spends its GDP on 6.2% (in 2024) for military spending, which is higher than many NATO countries.
Weak …
Loss of Ukraine War: Russia has lost more than 300,000 soldiers (killed, injured or disappeared) and lost thousands of tanks and equipment in Ukraine.
Economic status: Russia’s budget deficiency in 2023 was 1.8 trillion rubles because the oil prices were less than $ 60 per barrel.
Old weapons: Many weapons in the Russian army belong to the Soviet era that are less effective than modern NATO weapons.
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The military strength of NATO and Europe
The NATO (North Atlantic Contract) has 31 countries, including the United States, Britain, France, Germany and Polish. Here are some of the statistics of NATO’s strength …
- Military Cost: NATO countries spend more than $ 1.3 trillion in 2024 for security, which (about $ 84 billion more than Russia’s military budget).
- Active soldier: NATO’s total military number is more than 3.5 million, including the US (1.3 million), Turkey (4,81,000) and Poland (2,16,100).
- Modern weapon: NATO has 5,000+ modern cannons and 1,668 5th generation armored vehicles, while there are no such vehicles in Russia.
- Nuclear weapons: There are 6,000+ nuclear weapons in NATO (primarily the US and France).
Poland’s strength …
Poland is the largest security cost of NATO, which spends 4.7% of its GDP (in 2024). There are 216,100 active soldiers in Poland’s army. It is planned to increase it to 300,000 by 2035. Poland has bought 1,000+ tanks and 600 cannons, more than the combined strength of Britain, France, Germany and Italy.
The strength of the Baltic countries …
Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are small countries, but their safety with the support of NATO is strong. Lithuania spends 5% of its GDP for security in 2025. Since 2016, NATO has stopped 4500+ players in Baltic countries and Poland. After 2022, four new pots were added.
Can Russia only fight Europe?
Russia’s military strength is interesting, but it is impossible to fight the whole Europe or NATO. Here are the reasons …
- Number Difference: The NATO military (3.5 million) is twice as much (1.5 million) than Russia.
- Economic strength: NATO’s Joint GDP is more than $ 70 trillion, while Russia’s GDP is only $ 2 trillion. This brings NATO benefits in a long war.
- Modern technology: NATO has the 5th generation weapons and advanced missile security organizations, while there are many weapons in Russia.
- The strength of the coalition: Section 5 of NATO (Joint Security) ensures that the attack on a member is considered an attack for all. Russia is difficult to fight 31 countries together.
- Lesson of Ukraine: Russia has suffered a huge loss in the Ukraine war. Experts believe that Russia takes 5 years to regenerate its military.
However, hybrid wars (such as cyber attacks, spy and propaganda) and Russia can weaken NATO using strategic nuclear weapons.
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Where to open the next front: Baltic or Poland?
After the war in Ukraine, experts believe that Russia can target the following areas …
Baltic Country (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania)
These countries are close to Russia and Belarus. The first was part of the Soviet Union. Putin considers that Russia’s influence is in the area. Baltic countries are small and geographically isolated from West NATO. They have the Galinigrad region of Russia, which increases military risk.
Baltic countries have increased security costs. Creating a “Baltic Protection Tax”, including bunker pits, resistant trenches and dragon teeth. Russia can disrupt these countries through hybrid war (such as the use of unannounced troops in Tanbas in 2014).
Polish
Polish supports Russia’s historic competitor and Ukraine. Russia’s assistant, Kathiriv Poland, described the next goal of “Dinashification”. The 500 -mile borders of Poland are Russia and Belarus. If Russia wins in Ukraine, Poland may be the next target.
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Polish is increasing his army by 500,000. Every man offers military training. It is also making a nuclear security agreement with France. The Sivalki gap (60 miles between Poland and Lithuania) is strategically important to Russia. By grabbing this, Baltic countries can be reduced from NATO.
Nonato Non -Country (e.g. Maldova) …
Experts believe that Russia can first target a non -country like Maldova, as NATO’s 5th section is not applicable.
Where is the next front?
Baltic country at high risk: They are easy goals because their small population and close to Russia. Russia can disrupt them through hybrid war (e.g. cyber attack or uncised soldiers).
Polish is strong but in danger: Poland’s military strength and the presence of NATO strengthens it, but the Swagi gaps and the threats of Russia are in danger.
Possible: Experts believe that a non -Russian country (eg Mlatova) can first target. If Russia attacks NATO, Baltic countries may be the primary goals.
European product
Poland: Every man offers military training. By 2026, 100,000 reserve players will prepare.
Baltic Country: Book pits produce and increase security costs. Joint training is done with NATO.
NATO: 8 battlefields have been used in Baltic and Poland. The US plans to use a permanent armor in Poland.
