Artis Pabriks
Artis Pabriks is a prominent Latvian politician and former Minister of Defense, known for his strong advocacy of NATO and European cooperation in security matters. He has been vocal about the challenges posed by shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly in relation to the United States' military commitments to NATO allies. Pabriks recently made headlines for his critical stance on former President Trump's foreign policy towards Ukraine and Russia, arguing that the cessation of military aid to Ukraine could undermine regional security and embolden aggressors. He emphasizes the importance of European solidarity in addressing security threats, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict involving Russia.
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Artis Pabriks is the Latvian defense minister who discussed the need for faster military preparations against potential Russian provocations.
Drohungen gegen die baltischen Staaten
Switzerland· 2026-05-31
Pabriks discussed the implications of the US and Israel's actions against Iran and their potential impact on geopolitical stability.
ASV un Izraēlas uzbrukumam negūstot straujus panākumus, karš Irānā var ieilgt / Diena
Latvia· 2026-03-02
Artis Pabriks, a former defense minister, believes that a potential change of power in Russia is 'one step closer'.
Bijušais aizsardzības ministrs cer, ka potenciālā varas maiņa Krievijā ir "par solīti tuvāk" / DienaLatvia· 2026-02-23
Artis Pabriks managed a security budget during his tenure as minister and opposed the establishment of EU rapid reaction forces.
Drošības ziņā esam atgriezušie pagājušā gadsimta 30. gados / DienaLatvia· 2026-02-05
Artis Pabriks stated that the rails should have been dismantled yesterday, as Russia could use them for military purposes.
В Латвии задумали разобрать железные дороги, которые ведут в Россию
Belarus· 2025-11-27
Artis Pabriks, former Latvian Minister for Defence, discusses the potential threats from Russia.
How Russia’s NATO neighbours Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are preparing for the worst
Australia· 2025-06-29
Artis Pabriks comments on the new military leadership in Latvia.
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Estonia· 2025-04-22
Artis Pabriks stated that security is the responsibility of the entire state and highlighted the importance of the government's involvement in defense policy.
Solās ātrāk virzīties ar Latvijas aizsardzības industrijas attīstīšanu / DienaLatvia· 2025-03-17
Artis Pabriks indicated that all signs suggest Ukraine is being abandoned.
Izskatās, ka Ukraina tiek nodota; mums jābūt gataviem karam / DienaLatvia· 2025-03-06Pabriks expressed that the suspension of aid to Ukraine means that Trump's plans never included a just peace.
Aizsardzībā Latvijai vairāk jāpaļaujas uz sadarbību Eiropā / DienaLatvia· 2025-03-04