Stubb says NATO shifting back to Cold War posture against Russia

Finnish President Alexander Stubb said NATO is returning to its roots as a counterweight to Russia, with member states now investing in defence at Cold War-era levels.

Speaking at the NATO summit in Brussels, Stubb said the alliance is becoming “more European” in both composition and priorities. “We are witnessing the emergence of a new, more balanced NATO,” he said.

Stubb affirmed Finland’s trust in the alliance’s mutual defence commitment.