The situation near Estonia's eastern border is calm. There are no significant movements of Russian troops visible. The commander of the Defense Forces, Andrus Merilo, said that the situation is the same as it has been for the past few years.
Russia is carrying out reforms in its military. Although they are losing in Ukraine, their military power has grown. Merilo said that the Russian economy can sustain the war for a long time. However, the military threat may increase in the future.
Russian troops are moving near the Finnish border. They are conducting short-term training there. This is part of Russia's military reforms. There is no such activity near the Estonian border.
Merilo said that no concentration of Russian troops is visible near Estonia's border. We need to wait for the larger Zapad exercise. Then Russian troops may move. For now, the Estonian border is calm.
Recently, there was an incident with the Russian tanker Jaguar. The tanker did not obey Estonian orders. Russian destroyers came to protect the tanker. Merilo said that this was a normal event. Estonia did not see any threat there.
Merilo added that this was the first time the Russian fleet sent destroyers. This shows how important the Russian fleet is. However, it did not scare Estonia or NATO.
Russia has started exercises in the Baltic Sea. They want to demonstrate their strength. Merilo said that this is a planned activity. Estonia is monitoring it calmly.
Estonia's defense industry is developing. Merilo believes it has great potential. He recommends supporting Estonia's defense industry. It helps to boost defense capability.
The Estonian Defense Forces are ready for battle. The problem is the large numerical difference with Russian forces. Merilo said that Estonia must use smart technologies. This will help balance the situation.