There’s a strong case to be made that Putin is deeply concerned about NATO’s expansion near Russia. Recent developments indicate that Russia has been actively increasing its military presence along NATO’s northeastern flank, particularly near Finland. Satellite imagery has revealed new troop deployments, expanded bases, and upgraded Arctic airfields, suggesting that Moscow is preparing for potential future conflicts.
Additionally, Russia has been restructuring its military forces near Finland, Estonia, and Latvia, transforming small brigades into larger divisions. This buildup follows Finland’s accession to NATO in 2023, which extended the alliance’s border with Russia by 835 miles. Given these actions, it seems likely that Putin is interested in NATO’s foothold near Russia, he appears to be actively responding to it.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/05/24/russia-putin-building-new-force-to-take-on-nato-countries/
Putin is building new force to take on Nato
The Kremlin is expanding military recruitment, increasing weapons production and upgrading infrastructure along Russia’s northern borders.
(see article)
https://www.gbnews.com/news/world/vladimir-putin-expands-military-bases-nato-border-russia
Vladimir Putin expands military presence on Nato border as Russia ramps up weapons production.
He's gearing up for war. Ukraine is just the beginning.
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