Latvia is advancing a strong, layered air defense capable of defending its territory, civilians, and critical infrastructure as stated by Andris Spruds on 23 February 2026. The system includes NATO fighter jets and allied destroyers, radar surveillance covering airspace up to 200 km, medium-range air defense interceptors for aircraft, drones, and various missiles, short-range defenses targeting drones and ground flying threats, acoustic sensors for detection and jamming of drones, as well as locally developed counter-drone technologies. This comprehensive aerial defense framework aims to counter multifaceted threats, enhancing national security and resilience against drone and missile attacks.

Latvia is advancing a strong, layered air defense capable of defending its territory, civilians, and critical infrastructure as stated by Andris Spruds on 23 February 2026. The system includes NATO fighter jets and allied destroyers, radar surveillance covering airspace up to 200 km, medium-range air defense interceptors for aircraft, drones, and various missiles, short-range defenses targeting drones and ground flying threats, acoustic sensors for detection and jamming of drones, as well as locally developed counter-drone technologies. This comprehensive aerial defense framework aims to counter multifaceted threats, enhancing national security and resilience against drone and missile attacks.