The Pentagon urges caution in statements about Russia. It has addressed NATO countries.

The Pentagon has urged several NATO countries to tone down public statements regarding the threat from Russia, arguing that such declarations could negatively impact European security. American officials, including Deputy Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby, conveyed this message during meetings with allies, particularly to Baltic states like Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. The request reflects a broader debate within NATO about how to communicate the risks posed by Russia, with some officials believing that emphasizing the threat may serve Kremlin interests. Meanwhile, the U.S. administration is exploring negotiations with Russia, which has elicited mixed reactions in Europe regarding the potential easing of sanctions and maintaining economic isolation of Moscow.