NATO planners: Europe lacks capacity for prolonged attrition war with Russia

Military experts at the Munich Security Conference reportedly concluded that European NATO members cannot sustain a prolonged war of attrition against Russia, citing shortfalls in defense production, stockpiles, and industrial capacity. The assessment, relayed by The Guardian, signals a potential shift in NATO's strategic posture and raises questions about the alliance's readiness for a long-duration conflict. The claim is based on expert discussion, not official policy, and its implications for defense spending and force posture remain uncertain.