Show Notes
The small Russian territory, Kaliningrad, in the Baltics is adding to rising tensions between Russia and Nato, with President Putin threatening to use "all weapons available" to protect it.
The exclave is sandwiched between Nato countries Poland and Lithuania and is a heavily militarised outpost.
Moscow claims it has intelligence suggesting that Nato is preparing an air and naval blockade of Kaliningrad, in a letter sent to the alliance.
It warns nuclear weapons could be used if the Nato allies try to cut off the exclave.
Russia says it is also reacting to Western leaders stating that they are preparing for war in three to four years.
So, how serious are the escalating tensions in the Baltics and is Russia prepared to risk a direct confrontation to defend this isolated outpost?
Joining Enda Brady for this discussion:
Frank Rose Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Space and Defense Policy
Liliana Smiech Director General for International Affairs at Ludovika University of Public Service
Marko Gasic International Consultant and Media Commentator
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