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NATO Suspends Key Cold War-Era Treaty In Response To Russia's Withdrawal
Nayan Dwivedi
Nov 07, 2023, 06:40 PM | Updated 06:39 PM IST
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North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) has formally suspended the Treaty of Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE), a significant Cold War-era security pact, following Russia's withdrawal from the agreement, as reported by Indian Express.
The CFE treaty, signed in November 1990 and fully ratified two years later, aimed to prevent the massing of military forces at or near mutual borders, reducing tensions between NATO allies and the former Soviet bloc.
Most of NATO's 31 members had signed this treaty.
In response to Russia's finalisation of its withdrawal, NATO announced the suspension, asserting that the situation where NATO allies abide by the treaty, while Russia does not, would be unsustainable.
As a result, NATO members who signed the treaty are freezing their participation for the time being, a decision fully supported by all alliance members.
Meanwhile, NATO emphasised its commitment to reducing military risks, preventing misperceptions, and averting conflicts despite the suspension of the CFE Treaty.
This development marks a significant step in the evolving dynamics between NATO and Russia, reflecting the changing geopolitical landscape in Europe.
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Nayan Dwivedi is Staff Writer at Swarajya.
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