Since 2022, countries in Northern and Eastern Europe have been increasingly preparing their populations for a potential military conflict, reports Le Monde. Finland, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Sweden are investing in civil defense systems.
For the first time since 1992, Helsinki has resumed the inspection of its bomb shelters. In September, the military detonated explosive charges near these shelters to assess their structural integrity. Following the adoption of a new civil defense law, Warsaw has begun a large-scale renovation of shelters that date back to the Cold War era.
Poland currently has 86,000 shelters, with a total capacity for nearly 25 million people—in a country with a population of 38 million. Sweden has 64,000 shelters, capable of accommodating 7 million out of its 10 million residents.
Finland possesses 50,500 shelters, designed for 4.8 million of its 5.6 million inhabitants. Furthermore, Helsinki has announced an investment of 400 million euros toward the construction of underground hospitals by 2030.
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have developed plans to repurpose public buildings. Residents are advised to take shelter in basements or rooms without windows. All three countries have alert systems in place that operate via mobile apps and web portals.
Finland, Sweden, and Poland have also issued brochures containing instructions for emergency situations. Drills for the general public on how to respond in the event of an attack are being held across these nations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has described the discussions within the European Union regarding preparations for war as a manifestation of schizophrenia.
Source of information: Global News Agencies including REUTERS / TASS / AFP / ANADOLU / INT.RU / Al Jazeera / CNN
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