Prince William is set to visit Estonia to demonstrate his support for the country and the troops stationed there, who are acting as a deterrent against Russian aggression in the area.
The Prince of Wales will be visiting the capital, Tallinn, for a two-day trip on behalf of the UK government and the Foreign Office.
This visit is happening at a time when it is crucial to reassure the people of Estonia about Britain’s commitment to their security and to Ukraine.
Estonia shares a 183-mile border with Russia and has been a strong supporter of Ukraine.
Estonian troops. File pic: Reuters
On Friday, the prince is scheduled to visit Tapa camp, located 100 miles from the Russian border. In his role as colonel-in-chief of the Mercian Regiment, he aims to gain insight into how British troops are bolstering NATO’s eastern flank, as announced by Kensington Palace.
British forces are part of the Operation Cabrit program, which is the UK’s initiative to support NATO‘s efforts to counteract Russian aggression in the Baltic region.
Approximately 900 British personnel are continuously deployed to Estonia and Poland alongside forces from Denmark, France, and Estonia.
The prince’s trip, which has been organized for some time, comes at a momentous time as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer holds discussions with counterparts regarding potential troop involvement in any ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
