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politics18h ago
Lithuania warns Russian economy is 'built on war'
- Lithuania's defense minister says Russia's economy is 'built on war' and may target the Baltic states after Ukraine.
- Kaunas warned Russia could start a new war with the Baltic states and cited airspace incursions and cyberattacks as real threats.
- Experts say the Kremlin’s war machine could extend beyond Ukraine, pressuring NATO’s Baltic border regions.
- The Suwalki Gap is identified as a potential flashpoint if Russia attacks the Baltic region.
- Latvia and Estonia are reinforcing borders with anti-tank barriers and border defenses.
- Lithuania links defense readiness to broader European security amid Moscow's growing military spending.
- Kyiv war narrative used by Moscow is labeled as a ‘special military operation’ by Russia.
- Lithuania emphasizes a historical pattern of security concerns from Russia affecting Baltic states.
- NATO remains a key framework for Baltic defense amid potential Russian aggression.
- Analysts see significant defense spending by Baltic states as a deterrent against Moscow.
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