Reinsalu said that the new government should follow the recommendations of the Commander of the Defense Forces.
He also said that Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur is not making the necessary decisions for national defense.
Reinsalu wrote on social media that the Commander of the Defense Forces' recommendations should be implemented.
He asked what has been the cause of the current problems.
Reinsalu said that Pevkur is not strong enough in the field of national defense.
He said that the 1.6 billion euros allocated for defense have not been used.
Reinsalu wrote to Pevkur back in June that more funding for national defense is needed.
He said that the Commander of the Defense Forces' recommendations have been known for a long time.
Reinsalu said that Pevkur responded to him that the money is needed elsewhere.
Reinsalu mentioned that Pevkur has concealed the situation.
Reinsalu said that Pevkur has had difficulties with national defense work.
He said that the budget strategy plans ammunition purchases for 2025-2031, but this is late.
Reinsalu said that ammunition can also be procured more quickly.
He added that Pevkur has told different stories about it.
Reinsalu said that Pevkur does not understand national security.
He advised the new government to replace Pevkur.
Reinsalu said that national defense work has not been successful under Pevkur's leadership.