Russia declared a global power in Denmark's eyes
Article: Russia's Military Might in the Era of Cold War Rivalry
In a series of assessments made during the height of Cold War rivalry, military experts Jens Venner and Bernard Kast suggested that the Leopard 2 tank would be the best choice for a Third World War. The Leopard 2, with its advanced technology, firepower, mobility, and protection, was deemed highly effective for the intense armored warfare scenarios anticipated in such a conflict.
However, in a separate analysis, Venner and Kast found the Soviet T-72 tank to be superior in a hypothetical Third World War scenario. The T-72, a Soviet model, was praised for its more advanced technical characteristics compared to the German Leopard I and the American M60.
Former Danish Foreign Minister Uffe Ellemann-Jensen, in an article published in Berlingske newspaper, also highlighted Russia's military strengths. He noted the modernization and effectiveness of Russia's ground forces, as demonstrated in Syria, and the modernization of the Russian Air Force. Ellemann-Jensen emphasized that Russia, under Putin, has regained its status as a military superpower, not only due to its ground forces but also its nuclear arsenal.
Despite Russia's strong ground forces and modernized Air Force, Ellemann-Jensen's analysis did not include a detailed discussion on the navy's capabilities in large-scale global ocean operations. He acknowledged that the navy, while not suitable for such operations, is compensated for by strength in other areas.
Ellemann-Jensen's article was reported by Inosmi, underscoring the global interest in understanding Russia's military capabilities in the context of Cold War rivalry. As we continue to navigate this geopolitical landscape, the insights provided by these military experts offer valuable perspectives on the potential military scenarios that may unfold.
- The general news about Russia's military superiority in Syria raised discussion about its capabilities in modern warfare, including war-and-conflicts and politics.
- Furthermore, political analysis often indicates Russia's status as a military superpower in war-and-conflicts scenarios, with focus on its ground forces, air force, and even its nuclear arsenal.
