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theiranproject.compolitics17 days ago
Two NATO members report Russian preparations for possible Baltic or Polish provocation
Latvian intelligence and a second unnamed NATO member state have detected signs that Russia may stage limited military actions against Baltic states or Poland. Officials described the moves as efforts to test alliance cohesion amid stalled Russian advances in Ukraine.
Euronewspolitics34 days ago
Ukraine Signs Drone Deal with Latvia at Nordic-Baltic Summit
Ukraine signed a drone production agreement with Latvia during talks at a Nordic-Baltic summit in Tallinn. The agreement comes as Ukrainian officials seek to strengthen diplomatic pressure on Russia ahead of upcoming European meetings.
Le Mondepolitics35 days ago
French Rafale Shoots Down Apparent Ukrainian Drone Over Latvia, NATO Says Russian Electronic Warfare Responsible
A NATO Baltic Air Policing mission aircraft intercepted the aircraft after it entered Latvian airspace. The incident marks the first time the mission has downed a drone in Latvia.
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Euronewsworld48 days ago
Baltic drone incursions prompt EU call for stronger air defenses
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said recent drone incursions into Baltic airspace are not isolated incidents and reflect a deliberate Russian strategy. Baltic presidents described the violations as tests of European resolve and called for concrete measures beyo…
gamereactor.eupolitics54 days ago
Lithuania Issues Emergency Alert After Drone Detected in Airspace
Lithuanian authorities issued an emergency alert and suspended air and rail traffic after an unidentified drone entered the country's airspace from Latvia. The alert lasted about one hour before being lifted.
nationalpost.compolitics55 days ago
Romanian F-16 Shoots Down Unidentified Drone Over Central Estonia
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet on NATO Baltic Air Policing duty intercepted and destroyed an unidentified drone above central Estonia. The incident marks the first time NATO forces have taken such action over the Baltic States.
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Le Mondepolitics60 days agoUpdated
Latvian Prime Minister Resigns After Coalition Splits Over Ukrainian Drones
Evika Silina stepped down on May 14, 2026 after a coalition partner withdrew support following her dismissal of the defense minister over Ukrainian drones that entered Latvian territory on May 7. The incident exposed weaknesses in the country's air defense systems. President Edga…
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rediff.comworld84 days ago
Estonia Criticizes Zelenskyy's Warning on Russian Threat to Baltic States
Estonia's government has criticized a warning issued by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy about potential Russian preparations to attack the Baltic states. The criticism represents a departure from Estonia's typical support for Ukraine. The statement was reported by @busine…
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