Andrej Babiš pledges Czech military support for Baltics under NATO Article 5

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has stated that the Czech Republic is prepared to fulfill its obligations to NATO allies in the event of a Russian attack on the Baltic states. He specified that, under Article 5, the country would be prepared to deploy two mechanized brigades to assist if such an invasion occurs.

This stance marks a shift in Babiš's rhetoric regarding Russian security threats. Previously characterized by calls for negotiations and skepticism toward military escalation, his recent position follows briefings from intelligence services regarding potential Russian hybrid warfare and threats to NATO's eastern flank. The commitment aligns the Czech government with the warnings issued by other NATO leaders and intelligence agencies concerning the risk of Russian aggression in the region.