Latvia's Foreign Minister Discusses Concerns Over Russian Sabotage in Europe

Latvia's Foreign Minister Baiba Braze expressed concerns about the potential for Russian sabotage and cyberattacks across Europe, particularly in the context of NATO's security. In an interview, Braze highlighted recent incidents, including armed drones found at Leipzig Airport in Germany and threats to Ukrainian supply warehouses in Latvia. She noted that while there is currently no direct military threat to Latvia, the overall security situation remains volatile due to Russia's various forms of aggression. CIA Director John Ratcliffe's recent visit to Moscow was partly aimed at addressing these concerns. Braze emphasized the need for vigilance against hybrid threats, which are often more challenging to detect and prevent than conventional military actions. She acknowledged that Russian actions may be intended to test NATO's resilience and undermine support for Ukraine. Despite the current low risk of direct military invasion, Braze indicated that NATO is actively planning responses to any potential threats. The Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs also stated that the level of military threat to Latvia has not changed. Braze concluded by stressing the importance of continued support for Ukraine and the implementation of sanctions against Russia to alter its behavior.