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Did you know? – The Baltic states–Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania-declared independence from Russia in 1918, though their sovereignty was interrupted by Soviet and Nazi occupations throughout the 20th century. They regained independence in 1991.
Pro tip: – Hybrid warfare combines conventional and unconventional tactics,including disinformation,cyberattacks,and economic pressure,to destabilize a target without direct military conflict. Recognizing these tactics is key to resilience.
Reader question: – Why are the Baltic states so focused on defense spending? Their geographic location bordering Russia,coupled with historical experiences,drives a strong commitment to national security and collective defense within NATO.
