German Army Chief Alerts NATO to Potential Russian Attack by 2029

Lieutenant General Christian Freuding, head of the German Army, has issued a warning that Russia could develop the capability to invade a NATO member state within the next five years. This assessment is reportedly shared by all NATO partners, underscoring the urgency for Germany to enhance its military readiness. The general stressed the need for "interim solutions" to address current capability gaps, even as Russia remains engaged in the conflict in Ukraine.