Chancellor Scholz Vows Robust Defense for Baltics, Plans Brigade in Lithuania
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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledges Germany's support for Baltic states in face of Russian aggression.
Scholz assures NATO allies of Germany's commitment to military defense, particularly in light of Russia's nuclear exercise plans.
The Chancellor underscores the strategic value of the Baltic region and promises to station a German brigade in Lithuania by 2027.
He calls for increased defense spending among allies due to the Russian threat and notes Germany's own boost in defense investment.
Despite internal coalition tensions, Scholz's visit goes smoothly, reinforcing Germany's solidarity with Ukraine and Baltic partners.
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Scholz in the Baltics: Germany will defend 'every inch' of NATO