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World · 26 June 2026

NATO allies warn Russia plans Baltic 'provocation'

NATO allies warn Russia plans Baltic 'provocation'

Two NATO countries warn Russia is preparing a "provocation" in the Baltic states or Poland, trying to test the Western military alliance. Latvian intelligence confirmed this Monday, with another NATO member also gathering intelligence last week about Vladimir Putin's plans. They believe Russia isn't capable of a full-scale war but could use hybrid attacks like missiles or drones.

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