Linas Kojala

Linas Kojala, director at the Geopolitics and Security Studies Center in Lithuania, shares insights on how the Baltics cope with the looming threat of Russia. He discusses the daily anxiety experienced in Lithuania since the 2022 invasion, emphasizing historic Russian aggression through tactics like cyberattacks and propaganda. Kojala highlights the region's rising defense spending, NATO's evolving role, and Germany's newfound commitment. He warns that while Ukraine's strength is crucial for regional stability, the future remains uncertain, with continued conflict or a problematic ceasefire likely.