French Admiral Pierre Vandier has expressed serious concerns about NATO's technological capabilities compared to Russia's military. He argues that Russia adapts to new military technologies much faster than NATO, which he describes as static and predictable. Vandier calls for NATO countries to significantly increase their investment in military technology development.

The situation is particularly relevant given the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where Russia has demonstrated its ability to adapt quickly. European NATO members have increased military spending substantially, though challenges remain in ammunition production. The EU acknowledged a shortage of approximately 300,000 artillery rounds needed for Ukraine.

Russia maintains that NATO expansion caused the conflict and views Western military support for Ukraine as problematic. The admiral's comments highlight how modern warfare increasingly depends on rapid technological innovation and military flexibility. NATO must improve its approach to developing and implementing new technologies to remain competitive.