NATO was founded in 1949 for the collective self-defense of the Western allied countries against Soviet expansionism. If Russia were to join NATO, it would require significant political transformation.
The idea of Russia joining NATO seems ludicrous, yet exploring this scenario could help us better understand the importance of both engagement and deterrence in achieving global stability.
If Russia were somehow to join NATO, the new balance of power would not only transform global politics but could also create uncertainties in international relations.
NATO’s creation aimed to counter the Soviet threat, ensuring that an attack on one member nation is treated as an attack on all, a principle that remains today.
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