# How NATO could defeat a Russian invasion: commander envisions drones, counteroffensive, deep strikes

https://mins.news/en/item/96750

- Meduza, 2026-10-12 16:07 UTC
- World
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/feature/2026/10/12/how-would-nato-defeat-a-russian-invasion-its-top-commander-envisions-a-wall-of-drones-a-counteroffensive-and-missile-strikes-deep-behind-russian-lines

> NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe Alexus Grynkewich outlined a “theory of victory” at a Warsaw security conference, saying the alliance would destroy everything supporting an attack on its territory. The reported plan features a drone-and-robot zone on NATO’s eastern flank, long-range strikes on Russian command and air-defense systems, and a ground counterattack.

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