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Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, Admiral Rob Bauer, head of NATO's Military Committee, has issued reassuring statements during his visit to Riga, Latvia.
Despite concerns about Russia's ambitions, Bauer has assured that there are no indications that the country is preparing an attack against the Atlantic Alliance.
According to the senior NATO official, "There are no indications that Russia is planning to attack any NATO member state.
I don't believe there is a direct threat.
This statement seeks to allay fears of a possible escalation of the conflict and to maintain calm in the region.
However, Bauer acknowledges that 'the problem is that Russia's ambitions go beyond Ukraine'.
This statement suggests that, while an imminent attack on NATO members is not foreseen, Russia's actions in the region remain a cause for concern.
Against this backdrop, the head of NATO's Military Committee emphasises the need for the Alliance as a whole to be more prepared.
This reflects the importance of maintaining a robust posture and response capability in the face of any eventuality.