NATO Warns Russia Against Attacks on Poland; Sweden Increases Military Spending Amid Security Concerns

NATO has cautioned Russia against any potential attacks on Poland, following accusations that Russia has been preparing covert operations to destabilize the country since 2022. Mark Rutte, the Dutch Prime Minister, directly addressed Vladimir Putin, stating that any aggression against NATO would be met with a strong response. Sweden has announced a significant increase in its military spending, aiming to raise its defense budget from 2.4% to 3.5% of GDP within the next 10 years. According to Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson, this increase, amounting to approximately 28 billion euros, is considered the largest military investment in the country's modern history, reflecting growing security concerns in the region.