NATO’s strategic dominance over Russia is overwhelming and would ensure rapid victory in any conflict, Britain’s most senior military officer has declared. Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, told MPs that the alliance’s control of air, sea, and land would crush any Russian aggression swiftly.
Moreover, speaking to the Defence Committee, Radakin dismissed fears that NATO would struggle in a prolonged war. “We are extraordinarily strong compared to Russia,” he said. “Our ability to dominate the air and sea would cripple their economy and military within days.”
Radakin stressed that NATO’s strategic dominance begins with air superiority. “The key question is: how quickly could we control the skies? Once we do, Russia’s economy and war machine become vulnerable.”
Therefore, he was equally confident about naval power. “NATO’s control of the seas would be total. We could blockade Russia and project force anywhere.” This contrasts with Ukraine’s grinding war of attrition. Radakin insisted NATO would avoid such a scenario. “We wouldn’t fight a long war. Our overmatch is so vast that Russia knows it cannot win.”
Furthermore, the admiral highlighted NATO’s shift from reactive defence to proactive deterrence. “We no longer wait for Russia to invade. We position forces to block aggression before it happens.”
This strategy, he argued, keeps NATO citizens safe. “Russia doesn’t want war with NATO. It fears our strength especially with the U.S. leading the alliance.”
When asked if Europe could defend itself without the U.S., Radakin admitted it would be harder but not impossible. “Europe has 500 million people and strong economies. But thankfully, America isn’t going anywhere.”
He cited the recent U.S. nomination of a new NATO commander as proof of commitment. “America provides our nuclear umbrella. That’s why Europe must keep investing in defence.”
Radakin’s message was clear NATO’s strategic dominance makes Russian aggression futile. “We are stronger than ever. Russia knows this and that’s why we’ll prevent war, not just win it.”
His words reassure allies while sending a stark signal to the Kremlin NATO remains the world’s most powerful military alliance, and it is ready to act.
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