As the situation in Ukraine rapidly deteriorates, NATO’s senior military officers will be looking to the leaders of alliance countries, including Prime Minister Stephen Harper, to back further action on Russia.
NATO believes at least 1,000 Russian soldiers have entered Ukraine. The escalation comes as Harper and other leaders prepare for the NATO summit Sept. 4 and 5 in Wales.
U.S. Gen. Philip Breedlove, NATO’s top commander, wants approval at the summit for his plan to stockpile ammunition, weapons and other supplies at locations closer to Russia so the alliance can respond quickly to a crisis.
NATO leaders have also talked about dusting …read more
Source: Ottawa Citizen
