How Dangerous Is Russia's Military?

The video discusses Russia's growing military spending under Vladimir Putin, making it the third highest defense spender globally by 2012. By 2016, its spending is projected to surpass $100 billion, more than Germany and France combined. This increase, along with Russia's annexation of Crimea and involvement in eastern Ukraine, has alarmed NATO. A report highlights 40 events in 2014 that could escalate tensions into a direct conflict between Russia and NATO. Russia is sending a message of intimidation, opposing NATO's military expansion along its borders. Despite not being as powerful as during the Soviet era, Russia's influence is growing, particularly in Syria and former Soviet territories, posing a perceived threat to NATO.

By 2012, where did Russia rank in terms of global defense spending?

• First

• Third

• Second

• Fourth

What significant geopolitical action did Russia take that concerned NATO?

• Nuclear disarmament

• Alliance with China

• Withdrawal from the UN

• Annexation of Crimea

How many events in 2014 were identified as potential triggers for conflict between Russia and NATO?

• 40

• 20

• 50

• 30

What message is Russia sending with its military presence along its borders?

• A request for aid

• A message of intimidation

• A call for peace

• An invitation for trade

How does NATO view Russia's growing military presence?

• As a neutral entity

• As a diminishing power

• As a growing threat

• As a potential ally