The article provides a detailed assessment of Russian sea denial capabilities and strategies in the Baltic Sea, highlighting the multifaceted nature of Russian military operations aimed at restricting NATO maritime movement. Russian forces leverage a combination of advanced anti-ship missile systems, naval minefields, submarines, and coastal coastal defense missile units. The article discusses strategic maritime chokepoints, notably the Suwałki Gap and the Kaliningrad enclave, emphasizing Russia’s intent to control key sea lanes and project power in the region. It also notes the significant role of layered air defense, electronic warfare, and intelligence operations supporting sea denial. The analysis underscores the importance for NATO and Baltic states to understand these layered threats to develop effective countermeasures and maintain freedom of navigation. The article includes a map indicating Russian deployments and contested maritime areas, and concludes with recommendations for alliance adaptation against Russian sea denial tactics.
Category: Military & Paramilitary Operations
Subcategory: High-Tech Military Tools
Incident Type: Cruise / ballistic missiles
Country: Estonia
Source report: cimsec.org/dimension…
