Latvia signalled a tougher air defence posture, promising to intercept any drones approaching its airspace. Allies will intensify cooperation and share counter-drone expertise.
The newly appointed Latvian Minister of Defense Raivis Melnais expressed support for Ukraine’s right to attack targets inside Russia and assured that Latvia will shoot down all drones approaching its airspace.
He told reporters. The minister emphasized that Ukraine has the right to defend its country and attack targets on the territory of the Russian Federation.
«We need to build our own air defense system to intercept all drones heading for Latvia. Russia is directing them toward Latvia. We will intercept all drones and support Ukraine in its struggle»
– Raivis Melnais
President Volodymyr Zelensky, during a joint press conference with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, stated that Ukraine is preparing groups of experts who will visit Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and Romania to share experiences in responding to drone threats.
This position reflects Latvia’s aim to strengthen defense and deepen cooperation with allies in response to threats from unmanned aircraft.
Support for defense initiatives and strengthening alliance ties
Latvia continues to develop air defense and to coordinate with NATO partners to respond more effectively to threats from drones and other modern challenges.
Analysts note that such an approach helps strengthen regional security and increases readiness for joint action in response to drones and other means of pressure from neighboring states.
In conclusion, Latvia is actively working to strengthen defense capabilities and deepen cooperation with allies to support regional stability and ensure the security of the country’s airspace.