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Prince William will visit UK troops in Estonia to support NATO operations and engage with local responses to the Ukraine conflict, highlighting UK's defence commitment.
LONDON (Reuters) -Prince William will travel to Estonia next week to visit British troops involved in NATO operations there as part of the UK's drive to show solidarity with its allies and highlight its commitment to the defence of the alliance's eastern flank.
During the two day visit which begins on March 20, William, the heir to the throne, will also carry out engagements in Tallinn to learn more about how country has responded to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, his office Kensington Palace said on Wednesday.
Britain has about 900 troops based in Estonia and Poland as part of 'Operation Cabrit', the British contribution to NATO's build-up of strength on its eastern flank following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The royal's visit comes as Britain and other European allies ramp up defence spending after the U.S. President Donald Trump said other NATO nations had to contribute more to Europe's security or he would not defend them.
(Reporting by Michael Holden; editing by Sarah Young)
The main topic is Prince William's visit to UK troops in Estonia as part of NATO operations.
Prince William is visiting to show solidarity with NATO allies and highlight the UK's defence commitment.
Operation Cabrit is the UK's contribution to NATO's military presence on its eastern flank.
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