Preparing for Putin? How NATO nations are preparing civilians for war against Russia | revealed, EU

Norway, Finland and Poland are strengthening civilian preparedness and reservist training amid concerns over Russia. Norway designated 2026 its year of “total defence”, while Finland combined military exercises with civilian emergency courses and extensive shelter capacity. Poland’s voluntary programmes offered survival, evacuation and other practical skills. The package examines these preparations against the backdrop of the Ukraine war and tensions over Kaliningrad. The programmes do not establish a NATO plan to invade Russian territory.