The United Nations has convened an emergency Security Council session following the breach of Estonian airspace by Russian military aircraft. Moscow’s MIG-31 jets were reported to have entered Estonia’s airspace over Vaindloo Island without authorization from NATO, remaining in violation for approximately 12 minutes.
In response to Russia’s provocative airspace violation, the UN has declared an urgent meeting scheduled for tomorrow at 10 am. This marks the first time in Estonia’s 34-year history that such a formal request for a Security Council emergency session has been made.
Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna issued a statement condemning the incident, accusing Putin’s jets of compromising Estonia’s territorial integrity. The minister emphasized that Russia’s actions not only contravene Estonia’s sovereignty but also defy the UN Charter, which prohibits the use or threat of force.
Expressing concern over Russia’s behavior, Minister Tsahkna underscored the importance of addressing such transgressions, particularly when perpetrated by a permanent Security Council member. The Minister highlighted that Russia’s actions are inconsistent with the responsibilities expected of a UN Security Council permanent member.
Estonian officials denounced the violation as “unprecedentedly brutal,” while NATO confirmed intercepting the Russian aircraft, citing it as another instance of reckless Russian behavior that NATO swiftly responded to.
Estonia’s Prime Minister, Kristen Michal, hinted at invoking NATO’s Article 4, which calls for consultations among allies in response to threats to territorial security. Michal condemned the airspace violation as unacceptable and revealed Estonia’s decision to request NATO Article 4 consultations.
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