#Baltics

While bombing the very Russian speakers he claims to “protect,” Putin continues to push for Russian language status in Ukraine. The reason is purely utilitarian: for Moscow, Russian speakers are tools to use against the states where they live—and the Baltic countries offer a clear example.

From nostalgic TikToks to fake Facebook groups, Russia is flooding the Baltic states with disinformation designed to stir division. Memes, mask manipulation, and Russian-speaking communities are weaponized to weaken the region from within.

While NATO fortifies its eastern borders, signs suggest Russia may be planning something bigger—just not yet. Could a single move in the Baltics set off a chain reaction across the alliance? One expert thinks the clock is already ticking.