
Eesti plaanib osta ballistiliste rakettide vastaseid õhutõrjesüsteeme
Estonia plans to purchase anti-ballistic missile air defense systems
Eesti soovib kaitsta end ballistiliste rakettide eest. See nõuab suuri investeeringuid. Praegu vaadeldakse Iisraeli, USA ja Prantsuse-Itaalia süsteeme.
Estonia wants to protect itself against ballistic missiles. This requires significant investments. Currently, Israeli, American, and French-Italian systems are being considered.
Estonia has decided to develop defense against ballistic missiles. This means significant investments, possibly over one billion euros. Currently, Israeli, American, and French-Italian air defense systems are being considered.
In September 2023, Estonia signed an agreement with Germany. Estonia purchased three IRIS-T air defense systems. They protect against aircraft and cruise missiles up to 40 kilometers. In the future, newer missiles with a range of up to 80 kilometers may be added.
Estonia plans to purchase a long-range air defense system. It will protect critical facilities such as airports and ports. Ballistic missiles are formidable opponents. For example, Russia's Iskander-M missile flies quickly and makes unpredictable maneuvers.
Estonia is considering three systems: SAMP/T with Aster missiles, Patriot, and Israel's David's Sling. These systems are well-known and in use in NATO countries. Ukraine successfully uses both SAMP/T and Patriot systems.
The investment could exceed one billion euros. Estonia must decide which system to choose. It depends on prices, delivery times, and funding. The Defense Forces are calculating how many launchers are needed.
Funding plans for defense investments should be ready by April. Financing may come from European loans or Estonian taxpayers. The choice also depends on partners, as US and French soldiers are present in Estonia.
Estonia must determine the actual need. The Defense Forces and the Ministry of Finance are working together to find the best solution. The goal is to protect the Estonian state and its people.