Details for a NATO "high-readiness" force eyed as a response to Russia's incursion into Ukraine likely will emerge from an upcoming meeting of NATO defense chiefs, according to U.S. European Command chief Gen. Philip Breedlove. Speaking to reporters at the Pentagon on Sept. 16, Breedlove said he expects a "robust discussion" at a meeting next week of the alliance's Military Committee, which will feature top military leaders from member states. The gathering follows the Wales summit earlier this month, where heads of state endorsed the plans in general terms. According to NATO's website, a "military committee conference" will be held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from Sept. 19-21. Breedlove and Gen. Martin Dempsey, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, are scheduled to attend, according to a website announcement dated Sept. 15.
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