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Russia has now transformed to a wartime economy. Nordic and Baltic countries closest to Russia have got the message and are preparing. (cepa.org)
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Thanks to growing Nordic-Baltic cooperation, and their outsize contribution to Ukraine’s defense (the region accounts for eight of the top 11 contributors by share of GDP), a region that was NATO’s Achilles heel until this decade is now one of the alliance’s most well-prepared and capable. It is united by a shared threat perception and willingness to do what is needed.

Other European allies need to do the same. The opportunity to deter Russia is now, using the time that Ukraine has provided for the rest of Europe.

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[–] DerTobi_NerdsWire_de@feddit.de 28 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Just think about the 100.000 people in Russia, who voted for Nadeschdin who isn't allowed recently. There could be peace in the Ukraine today.

[–] Quittenbrot@feddit.de 24 points 2 years ago

That's why instead of passively waiting for Russia to change we have to actively support Ukraine to defend itself. Literally make Russia pay for its actions.

[–] Deebster@programming.dev 8 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

I hadn't heard of this source, but MBCF rates it as highly credible:

Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY

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