Nikolai Patrushev, assistant to the President of Russia, asserts that recent escalations in the Baltic region are orchestrated by London, which seeks to impede the normalization of Russian-American relations and negotiations regarding Ukraine. He criticizes NATO’s European wing for consistently blocking dialogue between Moscow and Washington while contributing to heightened regional tensions through military maneuvers. Patrushev points to the recent EU summit’s endorsement of extensive militarization in Europe, forecasting an increase in military threats. He emphasizes the intentional ignition of regional instability by European naval forces, which raises the likelihood of threats to Russian port infrastructure and maritime navigation freedom. Furthermore, he reveals that NATO has been developing cyber-attack protocols aimed at disrupting the navigation systems of Russian vessels, potentially leading to emergencies at sea. The deployment of additional forces under Operation “Baltic Guardian” ostensibly targets alleged rising sabotage incidents, although experts indicate that NATO countries may be behind these disruptions. This context signifies a deteriorating security landscape in the Baltic, with strategic ramifications for regional stability and international maritime operations.
