All I would add is don't underestimate American involvement. There's no way that Europe will take on the brunt of the responsibility of fighting. It's much more likely American troops would be used.

Like Russia, Western Europe's demographics are shit (excluding France). Ten years from now most western European countries wouldn't be able to support their own public spending, much less field an effective army.

Just a quick add, I don't think a direct fight with Russia is in the cards. I'm thinking more of "war on terrorism" type bill of goods where the Americans try to secure sources in northern Africa or ME

All I would add is don't underestimate American involvement. There's no way that Europe will take on the brunt of the responsibility of fighting. It's much more likely American troops would be used.

Like Russia, Western Europe's demographics are shit (excluding France). Ten years from now most western European countries wouldn't be able to support their own public spending, much less field an effective army.