Latvia, Estonia and Lithuania have issued a joint official statement regarding the recent incidents of Ukrainian drones downing in their territories. In light of the latest events, they called for further strengthening of the multi-layered air defense on NATO's eastern flank.
Points of attention
- The Baltic states remain supportive of Ukraine's right to self-defense against Russia's aggression and stand firm in their commitment to strengthen NATO air defense.
- The incidents involving Ukrainian strike drones highlight the ongoing security challenges faced by the Baltic countries and the necessity for enhanced defense cooperation within NATO.
Baltic states call for strengthening NATO air defense
The defense ministers of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia made an official statement on this matter.
They drew attention to the fact that they are already taking decisive measures, especially in the area of strengthening their own air defense.
However, recent incidents caused by Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine demonstrate the importance of further strengthening multi-layered air defense.
Against this background, the defense ministers of the Baltic countries recalled that a few days ago, several foreign drones crossed NATO airspace and fell into the territory of their states.
It later became known that these were Ukrainian strike drones that went off course while attacking Russia.
"While the investigation continues to clarify all relevant details and circumstances, the three countries remain steadfast in their support for Ukraine's defensive operations against Russia and Ukraine's legitimate right to self-defense," the official statement said.
