The US wants NATO to become more lethal to protect itself – is it too late?

European defence is increasing – but is it improving quickly enough? (Picture: SWNS)

Europe is still not in a position to defend itself from Russia despite years of warnings, experts have warned.

America’s chief military strategist, Elbridge Colby, told European defence ministers today that Nato countries need to increase their budgets to lessen dependency on the US.

The sobering warning was issued as Russian covert attacks and sabotage increased across Europe.

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