Intruding Russian fighter jets penetrated NATO's airspace above Estonia - Intruding Russian Aircrafts Violate NATO Borders Above Estonia
In a series of troubling incidents, Russian drones have breached EU airspace yet again, this time over Estonia. This marks the third such violation in a matter of days, following similar incursions into the airspace of Poland and Romania.
The Baltic states, which include Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, do not possess their own combat aircraft. As a result, the monitoring of their airspace is entrusted to NATO allies. Currently, the Italian Air Force is leading the airspace monitoring over these three countries.
NATO spokesperson Allison Hart commented on the incident, expressing concern over the repeated violations.
Estonia has been a victim of this aggressive behaviour four times in the mentioned region since August 2025. The previous violations occurred on May 13, June 22, and September 7. The most recent incident, however, is unprecedented in its audacity, according to Estonian chief diplomat Margus Tsakhna.
In response to this latest violation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tallinn summoned the Russian ambassador to protest the infringement upon Estonia's sovereignty. Tsakhna also stated that Russia's continued border testing and growing aggression requires a swift increase in political and economic pressure.
The EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, described the incident as an "extremely dangerous provocation" on an online service.
NATO immediately responded to the airspace violation, ensuring the safety and security of its member states. It is worth noting that the German Air Force previously participated in airspace monitoring from March to November 2024. As of August 2025, Belgium has taken over the air policing mission over Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
The Baltic states, including Estonia, are among the most steadfast supporters of Ukraine in its defense against the Russian invasion. Their unwavering commitment to peace and security in the region is evident in their response to this latest incident.
These repeated violations of EU airspace by Russian drones serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions in the region and the importance of collective security through organisations like NATO. It is hoped that diplomatic efforts will de-escalate the situation and prevent any further provocations.
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