But both sides have welcomed a Finnish idea on how to reduce chances of an incident between NATO and Russian warplanes in the Baltic Sea region. (Source: Reuters)Ambassadors from NATO nations met Wednesday with Russian envoys to explain decisions taken at the recent alliance summit and attempt to reduce tensions with Moscow. (Source: Reuters) Among other things, US President Barack Obama and the other NATO leaders ordered a reinforcement of allies closest to Russia with four new multinational battalions for Poland and the Baltic states. Moscow has accused NATO of beefing up its forces near Russia and vowed to do what’s needed to defend its territory and interests. Among other things, US President Barack Obama and the other NATO leaders ordered a reinforcement of allies closest to Russia with four new multinational battalions for Poland and the Baltic states.

Source: Indian Express July 13, 2016 15:45 UTC