The Times reported that in November 2023, NATO's European logistics director, Lieutenant General Alexander Sollfrank, called on countries in the region to establish zones that would allow for the rapid movement of troops and ammunition in the event of a major conflict with Russia.
The Times noted that the idea had been floated by military leaders for years, adding that negotiations on creating corridors were “currently underway” and that results could be announced before the next NATO summit in July.
The soldiers stand in front of a German Leopard-2 tank.
The newspaper stated that the “mess of regulations restricting the exchange and transport of military equipment” in the EU has created a “significant headache” for NATO planners.
"Cross-border exercises often involve a dizzying amount of paperwork, which can waste crucial time during a military crisis," the newspaper added.
In an interview with the Times, Sollfrank said that members of the U.S.-led military bloc must begin immediately, working to “ reduce or streamline bureaucracy” whenever possible.
"Everyone can get started. Just do it. And don't wait. Because eventually we won't have time to waste," he warned.
The head of logistics cited the example of paratroopers being prohibited from using parachutes from other member states, even when there was no justification for such a restriction.
“Where does the problem lie, for example, a paratrooper from European country A using a parachute from neighboring country B after being trained on the system, or attaching equipment from one country to a helicopter from another country?” He said that if there were no “technical or security” issues involved, there would be no obstacle.
In recent weeks, senior officials in several European countries have urged their citizens to prepare for a potential military confrontation with Russia.
However, Moscow has repeatedly stated that it has no interest in waging war against NATO. Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed these warnings as "nonsense" and said that Russia "has no interest" in attacking any member of the bloc.
Phuong Anh (Source: RT)
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