BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 15. Estonia has welcomed
U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to send military assistance
to Ukraine, calling for swift delivery of the aid through NATO
coordination, Trend reports.
The statement emphasizes the urgency of providing Ukraine with
robust and wide-ranging air defense systems, as Russia continues
its escalating attacks on Ukrainian cities, civilians, and
infrastructure.
“Ukraine’s most pressing need is an effective and extensive air
defense system. Russia shows no interest in peace and has only
intensified its brutal strikes. In July alone, Ukrainian cities and
residents have been targeted by nearly 2,000 drones and missiles,”
the statement notes.
Estonia highlighted the importance of transatlantic unity in
supporting Ukraine, underlining that the joint efforts of the
United States and Europe send a powerful message of continued
Western solidarity.
In addition to military support, Estonia stressed the importance
of using all available levers to stop the aggressor and support
Ukraine.
One key priority is the swift adoption of the 18th EU sanctions
package, which includes Estonia’s proposal to further lower the
price cap on Russian oil. As President Trump has stated, tougher
U.S. tariffs could also follow if Russia refuses a ceasefire.
Estonia also pointed to the roughly 260 billion euros in frozen
assets from the Russian Central Bank held in the EU and G7
countries.
Active negotiations are underway to move forward with the
confiscation of these assets. The funds, according to Estonia, must
be used to support Ukraine until Russia ends its aggression and
compensates for the damage it has caused.