British forces are to undertake a leading role in the recently announced NATO deployment to Poland and the Baltic States.
In an attempt to push back against Russia’s intervention in Ukraine, NATO has revealed that it will deploy four battalions to Poland and the Baltic States. The deployment is nit permanent, but will be aligned with the promise of tripling the NATO Response Force to 40,000 men - ready at short notice and on standby.
Defence Secretary Michael Fallon said: “I confirm today that Britain will be leading one of four framework battalions to offer more Enhanced Forward Presence on the Eastern flank. We are sending a strong signal of unity and our determination to defend the Baltic states and Poland in the face of continued Russian aggression.”
