German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius reports Russian aircraft flew over a German warship in the Baltic Sea, amid rising tensions and alleged provocations by Russia.
Details of the Incident
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius disclosed during a budget debate in the Bundestag that Russian aircraft flew over a German warship in the Baltic Sea in a provocative move.
The incident occurred late last week, with Russian reconnaissance planes twice flying low over the German frigate “Hamburg” during NATO’s “Neptune Strike” exercises in the Baltic Sea.
Russian Actions on the Rise
According to Minister Pistorius, Russia is testing NATO’s borders with increasing frequency and intensity, as evidenced by recent events.
The German minister emphasized that Russia’s actions, including drone and military aircraft incursions into Polish and Estonian airspace, demonstrate Vladimir Putin’s disregard for peace.
Germany’s Response
Pistorius stated that Putin aims to provoke NATO and identify its vulnerabilities, but noted that allies respond clearly, firmly, and with necessary restraint.
The minister advocated for a decisive yet measured response to Russian provocations, avoiding excessive alarmism.
