US intelligence agencies assess a potential risk of a limited attack by Vladimir Putin against a NATO member state within the coming years. The reported aim of such an action would be to test the alliance’s unity and resolve. Details regarding the potential target or scale of the attack remain unconfirmed, fueling speculation about Putin’s strategic intentions. This assessment highlights heightened concerns over Russia’s aggression and its willingness to probe NATO's defenses. The warning comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions stemming from the war in Ukraine. US officials are reportedly preparing for this possibility and strengthening the alliance’s preparedness. The intelligence suggests a shift in Putin's strategy, potentially moving from large-scale conflict to more calculated, limited provocations.