A week ago, three Russian MiG-31 aircraft flew into Estonian airspace. As a result, Estonia convened the UN Security Council. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said it was known that the Russian representative would come to lie.
The meeting at the UN was important for Estonia. Estonia was able to speak and deliver its message. The Security Council was convened under NATO Article 4. Over 50 countries supported Estonia. In addition to European and NATO members, there were also countries from other parts of the world. For example, Fiji.
Ukraine and Russia were also topics. Estonia pointed out that Russia is an aggressive country. Russia violates NATO's territorial integrity. This is a global concern. Many countries are worried about it.
Cooperation was also established with countries that are not Estonia's usual allies. Preparatory work was crucial. The facts were clear and prepared.
Tsahkna used colorful posters at the UN to show radar images. The posters showed Russian aircraft and their flight path. The aircraft were armed and combat-ready. This needed to be shown because Russia was lying on the spot.
The Russian representative gave his speech and immediately left the hall. It was possible to meet, but Russian diplomats avoided contact. They were replaced by a woman who only took notes.
Trump said that if Russian aircraft fly into NATO airspace, they should be shot down. This was a clear message to Russian aggressors. Trump has changed his stance on Russia. He now believes that Russia will lose the war.
The Ukraine issue was important, but the Israel-Gaza conflict received more attention. Ukraine nevertheless managed to deliver its message. Trump supports Ukraine and criticizes Russia.
Estonia does not plan to recognize the Palestinian state. Estonia supported the two-state declaration, which calls for an end to the conflict between Israel and Hamas, the release of hostages, and a peace agreement.