Russia knows it should not attack NATO -- Estonian PM
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal stated that Russia currently lacks the incentive to attack NATO due to the alliance's perceived strength. However, he warned that Russia may increase hybrid warfare and sabotage efforts, urging continued support for Ukraine's integration into the EU and NATO.
Why it matters
It provides insight into the current security assessment of Baltic leaders regarding Russian aggression and the ongoing geopolitical stability of Europe.
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal said this following the Ukraine - Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) summit in Kyiv on August 23, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.
""I would say that right now the military assessment and security assessment are quite clear: NATO is working well. Russia's assessment of NATO's power and strength is at a level where they know - it is not worth attacking. This means that NATO and European countries can feel confident; there is no direct threat... But the Russians are doing everything they can to make everyone worry about them rather than Ukraine," Michal said.
In his assessment, Russia is likely to carry out more hybrid attacks across the European Union, and everyone should therefore remain vigilant.
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