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Latvian defence minister resigns after Ukrainian drones hit oil tanks

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Latvian Defence Minister Andris Spruds resigned after two Ukrainian drones struck oil storage facilities in Latvia. Prime Minister Evika Silina criticized the slow deployment of anti-drone systems and appointed Colonel Raivis Melnis as his replacement.

Latvia and Lithuania urged NATO to enhance air defenses following the drone attacks. Ukrainian Defence Minister Andrii Sybiha claimed the drones were Ukrainian but were redirected by "Russian electronic warfare."

Ukraine is considering sending experts to bolster air security in the Baltic region in response to the incidents.


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