When a drone enters Estonian airspace, NATO fighters take to the skies.
Air Force Commander Fredi Karu says that the fighters monitor unknown objects. They do this when necessary.
The Defense Forces have means to counter drones. For example, electronic means or missiles. Drones can attack air bases.
Interior Minister Igor Taro says that the police are monitoring drones over Lake Peipus. The police cooperate with the Defense Forces.
Taro believes that cooperation can be improved even further. The police deal with low-flying objects. Higher-flying objects are the responsibility of the Defense Forces.
Taro says that using fighters is expensive. More efficient ways to stop drones are needed.
He wants to create a "drone wall". This requires 200 million euros over four years.
Russia's war in Ukraine makes the situation more dangerous. Estonia must be prepared.