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Baltic States Deny Russian Claims on Airspace Use for Ukrainian Str...
The foreign ministers of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania issued a joint statement rejecting Russian claims about the use of their airspace for Ukrainian drone strikes. The statement was made public by Estonia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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At a glance
- Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania deny allowing drone strikes using their airspace.
- Claims were rejected in a joint statement from the Baltic foreign ministers.
- Russian claims were countered as part of ongoing misinformation tactics.
- Ukraine's self-defense is justified under Article 51 of the UN Charter.
- Recent drone crashes in the Baltics have heightened tensions.
Why it matters
The Baltic states actively support Ukraine's sovereignty against Russian aggression. Their statements aim to counteract Russian disinformation and maintain their own territorial integrity.
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What Happened
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have officially refuted claims made by Russia that they permitted their airspace and territories to be used for Ukrainian drone attacks against Russian targets. This denial was articulated in a joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of the three Baltic states, with Estonia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs detailing their position.
Key Details
The foreign ministers emphasized, "The Baltic states have never allowed their territories and airspace to be used for drone attacks against targets in Russia." This direct contradiction to Russia’s accusations was delivered to the Chargés d’Affaires of Russian diplomatic missions in Tallinn on March 27, in Riga on March 31, and in Vilnius on March 27. The statement expressed discontent with Russia's ongoing misinformation campaigns.
The Estonian Foreign Ministry remarked that, despite their formal rebuttal, Russia has continued to disseminate untruths regarding the matter. They cited Article 51 of the UN Charter, which allows for self-defense, reinforcing Ukraine's right to defend itself amid ongoing aggression from Russia.
Why It Matters
The Baltic states' rejection of Russia’s claims signal their unwavering support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. By clarifying their stance publicly, they aim to counteract Russian propaganda and ensure their sovereignty remains intact against external pressures. The Baltic nations continue to advocate for Ukraine and call for a cessation of Russian military actions.
Background
The tensions escalated following incidents earlier in March where a Ukrainian drone crashed in Lithuania and another in Latvia while allegedly targeting Russian sites. Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė, on March 24, confirmed the crash of a Ukrainian drone on Lithuanian territory.
Subsequently, Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs verified that a drone related to the same mission had landed in the Kraslava region. Both Baltic nations perceive these drone incidents as direct consequences of Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine and emphasize that they should prompt stronger responses to Moscow's actions.
The collective stance of the Baltic states aims to maintain a unified front in support of Ukraine and regional security.
Source: Ukrinform EN
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