NATO under threat? Interview with Estonia’s Hanno Pevkur

Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur told DW that repeated drone incursions into NATO airspace reflect spillover from Russia’s war in Ukraine, not the alliance’s involvement. He defended shooting down a drone over Estonia as necessary to protect civilians despite high costs. Pevkur said there was no easy way to counter drones, though capabilities are expanding. He affirmed NATO unity, called for higher defense spending and blamed Russia for escalating threats.