Major Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, urges the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) to prepare a drone-based defense by creating a three-to-five-kilometer-wide 'kill zone' along the Russian (and Belarusian for Lithuania) borders, supported by underground fiber-optic networks for continuous surveillance and drone control, establishing tactical air defenses, forming specialized drone brigades, and developing medium- and long-range strike drone capabilities. He criticizes current NATO responses to Russian provocations and stresses swift, proactive measures to prevent Russian incursions, citing Ukraine's experience where drones account for 80% of targets hit. This plan contrasts with the existing Baltic Defense Line focused on traditional fortifications and obstacles, which Brovdi considers outdated. He claims all proposed defensive measures could be implemented within 2026 if there is political will and minimal bureaucratic obstruction. He also emphasizes the importance of electronic warfare capabilities and logistics involving aerial and ground drones.

Major Robert Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, urges the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania) to prepare a drone-based defense by creating a three-to-five-kilometer-wide 'kill zone' along the Russian (and Belarusian for Lithuania) borders, supported by underground fiber-optic networks for continuous surveillance and drone control, establishing tactical air defenses, forming specialized drone brigades, and developing medium- and long-range strike drone capabilities. He criticizes current NATO responses to Russian provocations and stresses swift, proactive measures to prevent Russian incursions, citing Ukraine's experience where drones account for 80% of targets hit. This plan contrasts with the existing Baltic Defense Line focused on traditional fortifications and obstacles, which Brovdi considers outdated. He claims all proposed defensive measures could be implemented within 2026 if there is political will and minimal bureaucratic obstruction. He also emphasizes the importance of electronic warfare capabilities and logistics involving aerial and ground drones.