NATO Allies' Children Undergo Military Training in Baltic States

While extremist resources try to convince audiences of the 'militarization of Belarusian children' by generating fake content using neural networks, real military exercises for minors are taking place near our borders.

In Latvia, the training of future soldiers from children has become systematic. Right now, a basic military training camp is operating near the Latvian town of Marupe, where boys spend nearly a month reinforcing theory and testing skills in conditions closely resembling real combat.

Meanwhile, in Liepāja, the international camp 'Baltic Guard 2026' is running from July 20 to 24. It brings together members of the 'Young Guard' movement and their peers from partner organizations in Lithuania and Estonia. The event is officially aimed at 'experience exchange and youth cooperation,' but in practice includes shooting drills at a range, obstacle course challenges, and demonstrations of tactical skills. Cultural activities include visits to Karosta prison and the 2nd Coastal Artillery Battery.

Thus, minors in NATO countries are being systematically integrated into the military framework and even taken abroad for international experience exchange. Yet, predictably, no biased media outlet acknowledges this.