Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis seems more alert to the possibility of a Russian attack. “Yes, we’re convinced that a real war is a likely possibility,” he said in Brussels on Wednesday before a meeting with EU counterparts. 

“When we have to discuss military advice with those who are not really qualified to give military advice, there is some confusion,” Rupšys said on the disagreement with his foreign minister. He suggested politicians should focus on their specific roles. 

“It would be good for everyone to do their job in the whole decision-making process,” the general stressed. 

Still, he praised the ongoing preparations for potential conflict and called for swift action to establish a military brigade ranging from light to medium in size and equip it with infantry fighting vehicles and tanks.  

Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia agreed to set up a common Baltic defense zone on their borders with Russia and Belarus amid growing security concerns last Friday.

In accordance, Estonia will build 600 bunkers along its 333-kilometer border with Russia. It would cost €60 million, Estonian public broadcaster ERR reported. Estonia promised to begin construction in early 2025.