Drone Forces Commander’s Baltic Message: Clear the Russian Border and Create a “Kill Zone”

A message attributed to a Ukrainian Drone Forces commander calls on the Baltic states to clear Russia’s border area and establish a “kill zone.” The statement frames the move as necessary to deter further Russian action and to push the conflict’s defensive line farther from NATO territory. The call reflects Ukraine’s broader focus on disrupting Russian capabilities beyond the immediate front, including through long-range drones. NATO governments have repeatedly emphasized that they are responsible for the security of their own territories and airspace.