NATO commander vows to destroy any force attacking alliance territory
NATO's supreme commander said forces under his control would annihilate any assault on alliance soil, and he unveiled a new plan to counter a possible Russian push into Europe. European officials have also called for heightened watchfulness against Russian attacks.
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What happened
On Monday, NATO's top commander told Russia that troops under his command would wipe out everything connected to any assault on alliance land. European officials have urged vigilance over possible Russian attacks. The next day, he said he was unveiling a plan to halt a Russian invasion of Europe.
Why it matters
The warnings address potential Russian attacks on alliance territory. The new plan is aimed at stopping a Russian invasion of Europe.
Timeline
- Oct 12, 10:17 AM ET: NATO's top commander warns Moscow that troops under him would wipe out everything connected to an attack on alliance territory.
- Oct 12, 3:27 PM ET: European officials call for vigilance over potential Russian attacks.
- Oct 13, 10:52 AM ET: The commander says he is unveiling a plan to halt a Russian invasion of Europe.
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