Baltic Nation Shifts Defense Priorities Amid Regional Tensions
Estonia has halted a planned €500 million procurement of new infantry fighting vehicles, instead redirecting funds toward counter-drone systems, air defense, and unmanned capabilities. The decision, announced by Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, follows updated military recommendations and lessons from the war in Ukraine. Estonia will also extend the service life of its existing CV90 fleet and has ordered three additional HIMARS rocket launchers from Lockheed Martin. The country is embracing a fires-centric military posture, focusing on detection, denial, and long-range strike. This development was first reported by AeroTime.