Story perspectives

NATO's War Preparations: Russia Sounds Alarm on Mobilization

10/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

Sergei Naryshkin, director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, said NATO is preparing for war with Russia.
He argued that European NATO members are rapidly mobilizing resources, boosting arms production, and conducting mobilization exercises.
Naryshkin said propaganda justifies the perceived threat from Moscow and criticized European leaders for Russophobia.
Russia seeks a system of equal security for all European nations, contrasting with a 'party of war' in Europe.

History

Historical Context

NATO was founded on April 4, 1949, by 12 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, to counter Soviet expansion during the Cold War. The Soviet Union responded with the Warsaw Pact in 1955. Today, tensions persist as claims of NATO's military preparations against Russia echo historical rivalries, highlighting the lasting impact of these alliances on global security dynamics.

1 of 2

Story summary

Sergei Naryshkin, director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, said NATO is preparing for war with Russia.
He argued that European NATO members are rapidly mobilizing resources, boosting arms production, and conducting mobilization exercises.
Naryshkin said propaganda justifies the perceived threat from Moscow and criticized European leaders for Russophobia.
Russia seeks a system of equal security for all European nations, contrasting with a 'party of war' in Europe.

1 / 2