Nato is forming a new 'spearhead' force aimed at reassuring member
countries in Eastern Europe and deterring what is perceived as a
potential Russian threat to the Baltic Republics or other Nato members.
Six bases are being set up and a 5,000-strong "spearhead" force established.
"Our core responsibility is to keep our nations safe, and that is exactly what we are doing," said Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg.
The move comes amid a fresh push for peace in Ukraine.
Mr Stoltenberg said the steps are being taken in response to the "changed security environment".
They are seen as a deterrent against any Russian threat to the Baltic states or other bloc members should the crisis in Ukraine spin out of control.
Read more : from the BBC
Nato is to bolster the
alliance's military presence in Eastern Europe in response to increased
fighting in eastern Ukraine between government forces and pro-Russia
rebels.
"Our core responsibility is to keep our nations safe, and that is exactly what we are doing," said Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg.
The move comes amid a fresh push for peace in Ukraine.
Mr Stoltenberg said the steps are being taken in response to the "changed security environment".
They are seen as a deterrent against any Russian threat to the Baltic states or other bloc members should the crisis in Ukraine spin out of control.
Read more : from the BBC
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