Construction of Baltic Defence Line continues on Latvia's eastern border
Work on the Baltic Defence Line continues along Latvia's eastern border, with anti-tank ditches being dug and concrete barriers placed. Of roughly 89 kilometres of ditches planned for the first two phases, four kilometres have been dug so far.
Construction of the Baltic Defence Line continues along Latvia's eastern border. The military infrastructure is meant to make it harder for a potential adversary's vehicles and equipment to move across the terrain. The progress was reported by the outlet iAuto.lv.
What is being built
The line consists of anti-tank ditches and concrete barriers, also known as dragon's teeth. Both types of structure are intended to hinder the advance of heavy equipment.
Scope and deadlines
The first two phases of work call for ditches along about 89 kilometres. So far, four kilometres have been dug. The first 27 kilometres are planned for completion next spring.
The source gives no further details on costs, contractors or later phases.
