In the U.S. Congress introduced a draft law on curbing "Russian aggression" in the Baltic States, informs the RT.
The author of the document was a member of the chamber of commissioners of the Republican party Michael Conaway. In his vision, Russia is trying to "undermine" NATO and recreate in the EU sphere of influence, which resorts to " pressure and intimidation ".
the bill set out some tips for the Pentagon. So, if it passes, the USA will be obliged to evaluate military needs of Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, and "take the lead on strengthening cooperation" with these countries.
in addition, Conaway offers to consider expanding its military presence in the Baltic States.
first Russian security Council told about the build-up of NATO forces at the Russian borders. According to the Deputy security Council Secretary Mikhail Popov, in two years the population of the rapid reaction increased from 25 to 40 thousand people, and in the Baltic States deployed a reinforced battalion tactical groups.
in addition, implementation of the us initiative of " 3 for 30 ". It provides for the readiness for the application of the 30 mechanized battalions, 30 squadrons of aircraft and 30 combat ships of unit for 30 days.
Western politicians, mostly from the Baltic countries and Poland, ceaselessly declare " the Russian threat ". In the capital of Russia emphasized many times that the Russian Federation will never attack anyone.
According to the head of foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, NATO is well aware about the lack of Russia's capital ideas like that, but just enjoy the reason to place near the Russian border, more technology and battalions.
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