NATO warns Russia it will defend itself after Estonian airspace violation
NATO vows to use all necessary military and non-military tools to deter Russia after multiple airspace violations, including 19 drones over Poland and fighter jets over Estonia.
- On Friday, Estonia announced that three Russian MiG-31 fighter planes entered its airspace without permission and remained there for 12 minutes before NATO aircraft escorted them out.
- This incursion followed recent Russian drone flights over Poland and other NATO airspace violations, triggering formal NATO consultations under Article 4.
- NATO condemned Russia’s actions as escalatory and irresponsible, reaffirming its commitment to defend all allies using military and non-military tools under international law.
- NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that Russia should have no uncertainty about the alliance’s commitment to using all lawful means, both military and non-military, to protect itself and discourage any form of aggression.
- The incident heightened concerns over NATO’s preparedness against Russian aggression and reinforced allies’ resolve to respond firmly to future breaches of their airspace.
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