Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur expresses deep concerns over the threats posed by Russia amidst the war in Ukraine. He emphasizes the need for stronger support for Ukraine to protect European freedom, stating that a small territorial loss could embolden Russia. Pevkur insists that NATO must demonstrate its effectiveness and urges increased defense spending by member states, recalling lessons from the Cold War. He highlights the ongoing hybrid warfare tactics employed by Russia against European nations and stresses the importance of a credible deterrent to prevent further aggression.