Estonian Defense Minister Calls for Strengthening Air Defense in Western Ukraine
Kyiv • UNN
Estonia supports providing Ukraine with resources to close the skies in the west of the country. The Minister of Defense is in favor of lifting restrictions on strikes on Russian territory, but admits that the decision is up to arms suppliers.
In an interview with Radio Liberty, the Estonian Defense Minister spoke about the need to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities, in particular by providing a sufficient number of missiles for air defense systems. He emphasized that partners should provide Ukraine with the necessary resources to close the skies in the west of the country, UNN reports .
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Asked how far the West has progressed in authorizing strikes on Russian territory, the minister replied:
“I would like to see this decision made very quickly, but it is not our decision. My position has always been that we should not put any limits or restrictions on Ukraine. However, this decision is up to the countries that provide these weapons.
The minister's statement reflects Estonia's readiness to support Ukraine in its defense efforts, while recognizing that the final decision to authorize strikes on Russian territory depends on the countries supplying the weapons.
