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Estonian defense minister: US will fight for Estonia

Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur expressed confidence that the United States would defend Estonia against Russia if necessary.

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Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur has publicly expressed confidence in NATO's resilience and the United States' commitment to defending its allies. In a statement, Pevkur asserted that the U.S. would fight for Estonia against Russia if necessary, emphasizing the strength of the transatlantic alliance. His comments come amid ongoing tensions between NATO and Russia, with several recent statements from Russian officials criticizing Western alliances. The remarks highlight continued Eastern European reliance on U.S. security guarantees under the current Trump administration.
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