Estonia plans to request NATO to deploy a "deterrence fleet" in the Baltic Sea following the cutting of a submarine cable, Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced.
Michal stated that consultations on the matter would take place under Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty, which allows member states to discuss threats to their security, territorial integrity, or political independence.
"Damage to critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly common. This recurring problem means countries must enhance their infrastructure protection, improve ship interception capabilities, and ensure faster identification of those responsible," Michal said, emphasizing the need for stronger monitoring of potential threats.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte affirmed the alliance's support for Estonia. "NATO stands with its allies and condemns any attacks on critical infrastructure. We are closely monitoring the investigations by Estonia and Finland and are ready to provide additional assistance," Rutte stated.
Michal stated that consultations on the matter would take place under Article 4 of the North Atlantic Treaty, which allows member states to discuss threats to their security, territorial integrity, or political independence.
"Damage to critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly common. This recurring problem means countries must enhance their infrastructure protection, improve ship interception capabilities, and ensure faster identification of those responsible," Michal said, emphasizing the need for stronger monitoring of potential threats.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte affirmed the alliance's support for Estonia. "NATO stands with its allies and condemns any attacks on critical infrastructure. We are closely monitoring the investigations by Estonia and Finland and are ready to provide additional assistance," Rutte stated.