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Germany Vows to Defend Baltic Nations in Event of Russian Attack
Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged to defend Germany’s three Baltic NATO allies in case of a Russian attack, and to complete the establishment of a permanent brigade in Lithuania by the end of 2027. “Germany stands firmly at the side of the Baltic states,” Scholz told reporters Monday during a visit to a German tank battalion stationed in Lithuania, his third trip to the region since taking office in 2021. Scholz is also meeting with his counterparts from Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia in Riga to discuss closer defense and energy cooperation. The four leaders are due to hold a joint news conference later on Monday. ... (full story)