ChromeRadio Chrome360 | THE FUTURE OF AIR POWER | Russia Rising - Tackling the New Normal | Frans Osinga
Aug 20, 2018
Air Commodore Dr. Frans Osinga, an expert in European defense at the Netherlands Defence Academy, dives into the pressing issue of European air power in an increasingly tense landscape. He discusses the challenges presented by Russia's military advancements, highlighting the threats to NATO's deterrent strategy. Osinga emphasizes the urgent need for Europe to bolster its military capabilities and navigate political complexities while reassessing its reliance on US support. This conversation sheds light on the evolving dynamics of modern warfare and security.
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Russia's A2/AD Challenge
- Russia's anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) capabilities pose a challenge to NATO's conventional deterrence.
- Russia aims to assert itself as a superpower, utilizing military hard power to offset Western military superiority.
Hybrid Warfare Tactics
- Russia combines military threats with hybrid warfare tactics, including media manipulation and political interference.
- These tactics target democratic societies, aiming to erode support for institutions like NATO and the EU.
Western Air Power Challenges
- Western air power, reliant on US capabilities, faces challenges from Russia's A2/AD strategies.
- Europe's dependence on US air power, previously a political issue, is now a strategic security problem.