"Putin is presently enjoying a not very strong reaction," said John Herbst, erstwhile U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine on Russian fighters' violations of Estonian airspace. He besides felt it essential to send Russia a signal that next time they would be shot down.
On Friday, 3 Russian military aircraft breached Estonian space air. Estonian abroad Minister Margus Tsahkna assessed this as an incidental "unprecedented and highly violent". The Russians did not admit to this.
"Putin is happy". NATO consequence for weak?
- I'm sorry. Putin is presently enjoying a not very strong reaction, besides reactions to dozens of droneswhich fell in Poland. This. Just encouraging him.. Russian aircraft spent 12 minutes in Estonia airspace, so NATO should give a signalThat next time they will be shot down, Herbst stated.
SEE: Russian fighters in Estonia space. Donald Trump spoke
- I'm sorry. We must besides send a message that we have seen them and will treat them as hostile objects - added.
In his opinion, events in Estonia are an example insufficient reaction to Russia's breach of Polish space on the night of September 9-10.
- I'm sorry. I guess if They responded more strongly. After the drone attack on Poland, they most likely wouldn't be in Estonia. I'm not talking about shooting down without warning, I'm talking about sending a informing and being ready to carry it out - he commented on "Day in the World".
What's Trump gonna do? Incoherent actions of the president of the United States
Russian case fighters president Donald Trump commented in Estonia.
- Well, I don't like it. That, I don't like. I don't like it erstwhile that happens. Could be large troubleBut I'll let you know later," he said.
SEE: New information on the death of Polish soldiers. They're 2 "silent."
- I'm sorry. There is no uncertainty that under Putin’s regulation Russia acts aggressively, has a policy aimed at rebuilding an empire. It aims to weaken the US, NATO and the EU. That would be all. dangerous for Americaso Russia should be prevented from gathering these objectives. Ukraine should defeat Putin in Ukraine, American politics followed Biden's presidency. In Trump's tenure, too, but Nobody said that. As clearly as I am now, it is simply a pity," said Herbst.
According to the erstwhile Ambassador to Ukraine, only decisive action could lead to triumph against Putinian Russia. 1 specified task is Military supportThe Americans are sending Ukraine.
- I'm sorry. We send weapons to NATO, it pays for these weapons. 100 %, and then it will pass on this weapon to Ukraine - announced the president of the United States in July.
VIDEO: Russian fighters in Estonia space. "Next time they should be shot down"
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Putin's policy. "Not so determined"
According to John Herbst, it is simply a decision in the right direction, but even more clear force is needed.
- Trump introduced a mechanics that allows to exert Economic pressureHowever, he is reluctant to truly exert that pressure. He's preparing something, and Then he pulls out.. It's not that strong and strong policyWhat the United States, Ukraine, partners and allies need. (...) I think Trump He's serious. to accomplish unchangeable peace in Ukraine, and Putin is for this obstacle - noted the diplomat.
SEE: Polish Army picked up fighters. "State of highest readiness"
On Friday, the European Commission adopted the nineteenth Sanctions package Russia. Among them is the ban on Russian LNG imports into European markets and the ban on Rosnieft and Gazprom Nieft.
- I'm sorry. It'll increase the pressure. Ukrainians besides have different drone strikes on hydrocarbon plants in Russia. Is that gonna convince Trump of economical pressure? I think in the long run Yeah, the question is, how long do we have and how much time That's what it takes. I do not say this with joy - said the erstwhile ambassador to Ukraine.
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