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Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe

Santhosh Kumar 21/11/2023

Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe mind map
Context
NATO allies condemn Russia's withdrawal
From Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE)
Source: Reuters
Russia's action
Formally withdrew from treaty
Blaming U.S. for undermining security
NATO response
Suspension of CFE Treaty's operation
Citing Russian undermining of Euro-Atlantic security
Treaty details
Signed in Paris
Negotiated during final years of Cold War
Objective
Reduce surprise armed attack risk in Europe
Established limits
On conventional military equipment
From Atlantic to Urals
Mandated destruction
Of excess weaponry
CFE Treaty importance
Referred to as cornerstone of European security

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