Germany’s Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has warned that Russia could strike NATO as early as 2028, prompting calls for a significant increase in military spending and rearmament efforts. The European Union and NATO are currently boosting their defense budgets to meet the target of 5% of GDP, including the EU’s “ReArm Europe” plan, which has been allocated €800 billion. Russia has dismissed these accusations, calling them “nonsense” and claiming that Western nations are using the issue to justify budget increases and divert attention from domestic problems. Pistorius has emphasized the need for urgent infrastructure upgrades and personnel expansions, citing the threat of an imminent Russian attack. Meanwhile, the Kremlin has warned that such rhetoric may lead to preventative actions by Russia to ensure its security.