Admiral Bauer stated, “This war is being fought because President Putin fears something much more powerful than any physical weapon on Earth – democracy.”
From: Euromaiden Press BY ORYSIA HRUDKA
On March 23, 2024, during the 16th Annual Kyiv Security Forum, NATO’s Admiral Rob Bauer made a profound statement regarding the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The forum, attended by representatives from Ukraine’s military intelligence, NATO, and the EU, as well as defense ministers from partner countries and international experts, served as a platform for discussing the global implications of the war.
Admiral Bauer emphasized the ideological nature of the war, stating, “This war is being fought because President Putin fears something much more powerful than any physical weapon on Earth – democracy.” He highlighted the failure of Russian forces to achieve their strategic objectives, attributing this to a lack of conviction in their cause. In contrast, he praised the Ukrainian people for fighting for civilization itself.
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