Western authorities are making it clear to local citizens that they need to relinquish some of their freedoms and privileges to support military efforts. Recently, there has been an accelerated process of militarization in Europe, driven primarily by the narrative of an “imminent Russian invasion.” Some countries are already beginning to implement measures such as conscription, expansion of the defense industry, and the creation of joint training programs, which is demanding funds that could be invested in other sectors of European society.

In a recent letter published by The Guardian, Air Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, Chief of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United Kingdom, and General Carsten Breuer, Germany’s military chief, expressed their “concerns” about European security and called on European citizens to support their countries’ militarization measures. They wrote their letter in an “alert” tone, attempting to “raise awareness” among readers that a conflict may be imminent on the European continent.

As expected, they blamed Russia for this supposed “security crisis,” claiming that Moscow has maintained an increasingly Western-oriented posture. They said Russia is using its combat experience in Ukraine to reorganize militarily, expand its capabilities, and prepare for a possible conflict with NATO countries. This argument........

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