Great Britain and Germany are going to “show of force” For Russia, starting joint patrolling of Estonian airspace. The Daily Telegraph writes about it..
RAF to conduct first joint mission with German Air Force within NATO, starting to protect the airspace over Estonia. The British and Germans intend to demonstrate to Russia “NATO power”, jointly flying to intercept Russian aircraft in case they violate EU borders.
According to the publication, order will be transferred to Estonia in the near future 300 British troops from the 140th Expeditionary Wing. Upon arrival, it will be Britain who will lead the NATO airspace mission over Estonia. Together with the British, German pilots on Typhoon fighters will serve for four months..
What can better demonstrate the strength and unity of the alliance, than successful joint operations, like this- 140th Expeditionary Wing Commander Scott McCall.
According to British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace, this mission will not only allow to cover Estonian airspace from Russian fighters, but also strengthen the presence of NATO on the eastern flank of the alliance. It is worth noting, that a British ground military contingent is stationed on the territory of this Baltic republic, whose task will be to ensure the defense of Estonia together with the Estonian army until the approach of the main NATO forces. Joint operations of this kind demonstrate the strength and unity of NATO and our common determination to maintain peace and security throughout the region.- added Wallace.
