Dovilė Šakalienė

Dovilė Šakalienė, Lithuania’s Defence Minister, brings a wealth of experience shaped by her family’s past under Soviet rule. She discusses the escalating fears in the Baltic region due to Russia's aggressive actions, particularly since the invasion of Ukraine. Šakalienė emphasizes the importance of NATO's collective security and calls for increased European defense spending. She also critiques the skepticism surrounding peace negotiations with Russia, and advocates for a unified European military response to address the changing geopolitical landscape.