
October 12th, 2026
NATO’s top military commander said the alliance is “ready to fight tonight” if it is attacked.
U.S. General Alexus Grynkewich spoke Monday at the Warsaw Security Forum in Poland.
He said he does not believe a conflict is imminent or inevitable.
He also said the best way to keep peace is to prepare for war and keep talking.
Grynkewich said NATO would block any initial Russian attack.
If the attack continued, NATO would blunt it and stop any advance, he said.
If needed, NATO would break the enemy’s forces and the systems that support them.
He gave no details on what kind of attack NATO expects, or where.
European officials have warned that Russia could test NATO with covert attacks or a limited incursion.
Recent incidents include an arson attack on an Estonian defense company.
There was also a failed plot against a Ukrainian aircraft at a German airport.
Denmark’s defense intelligence service said there is a “low but growing risk” of a limited Russian attack on NATO countries bordering Russia.
Grynkewich said NATO does not seek war but is unlikely to be caught by surprise.
He said allies must coordinate a “coherent” response and make clear where their red lines are.
He said the response to Russian sabotage should be more support for Ukraine.
His spokesperson said NATO nations are deploying more sensors and technology to detect and counter drones.
October 12th, 2026

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