The Russia-Ukraine conflict has been going on for more than 600 days, and when you learn of an important decision announced by Russia recently, you may no longer feel the shock and amazement you felt at the beginning. However, in recent times, Russia has made a decision that was enough to change or even destroy the entire war. Upon learning of this news, NATO's top chief quickly issued an order to avoid provoking Russia in the short term, let alone entering into a full-scale conflict with Russia. So what exactly is the decision that makes Russia so strong that it even scares NATO countries?
On November 27, Putin personally ordered the signing into law of a newly established proposal, formally approving a proposal to significantly increase the military budget for 2024, a 70% increase over 2023, Russia reported. This means that in 2024, Russia will receive more military spending than in 2023, making the Russian army stronger and larger in the conflict in Ukraine.
Considering that the United States and NATO countries have not had much money to spend on assisting Ukraine in the nearly two years of war, especially the United States, which is the largest donor to Ukraine, the US Congress has repeatedly canceled or cut aid funds to Ukraine. In this context, the news of Russia's announcement of a 70% increase in military spending is like a bolt from the blue for Ukraine and NATO countries, and the blow is no less severe than other variables of this war.
Even in the current state, it will be difficult for Ukraine to regain a square kilometer of land, let alone if Russia increases its military spending. The author believes that NATO countries are not only afraid of the news of Russia's increase in military spending, but also more suspicious and incomprehensible. Under the joint pressure of the United States and Western countries, Russia still has so much money invested in the military, which is completely different from previous expectations. The United States and Western countries thought that Russia's support would not last for two years at most, and that under their suppression, Russia's economy would collapse and eventually lose, but the reality was not what they expected.
However, Russia's current decision to increase military spending has regained the initiative and dealt a huge blow to the United States and Western countries. NATO members are feeling a glimmer of crisis and fear that Russia will direct the flames of war against them. Let's answer the doubts of NATO countries, why is Russia still able to have such a huge military spending?
The first reason is that China is a partner. China's importance to Russia is obvious, and Russia currently has little interest in the West in terms of mineral resources or cooperation in other areas, and is fully focused on cooperation with China. This clearly shows that Russia attaches great importance to China and reflects China's vital role in Russia's current sustainable development.
Secondly, the Russian economy benefits from oil *** Although European countries are still banning the import of Russian oil, in reality this is only a superficial phenomenon. Russian oil and gas are of the highest quality in the world, European countries have clearly begun to import Russian minerals, and the perception of the United States no longer cares.
Finally, there is the decision-making mistake of the United States and Western countries, who mistakenly believe that Russia will be defeated in two years, but ignore that Russia has no shortage of oil and food, and is not dependent on foreign countries. It is difficult for such a country to be defeated in a short time. Today, NATO countries have recognized the strength of Russia, and the statements of NATO's top governors have revealed a willingness to seek reconciliation. In this case, it is better to surrender as soon as possible, so as not to end up in a lose-lose situation.
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