“Dragon’s Teeth” Against Russia: Latvia Strengthens Its Border

Latvia has begun installing special anti-tank barriers — the so-called “dragon’s teeth” — on its border with Russia, as the country strengthens its defenses and prepares for possible threats from the Russian Federation.

This is reported by LSM.lv.

The first defensive structures have already appeared along the Latvian-Russian border. The barriers are placed in three rows about ten meters wide to prevent the passage of heavy military equipment.

As the military explained, each concrete block weighs approximately one and a half tons, and the distance between them is too small for armored vehicles to pass through.

Preparations for the creation of the defense line started back in 2024, when the structures themselves were manufactured and the infrastructure was prepared. The installation of barriers directly on the border began this year.

According to army officials, the project was held up for some time by logistical difficulties, coordination with border guards, and issues of private land. Latvia even passed a separate law to address this.

Officer Andris Rieksts, who is responsible for the project, emphasized that the main goal of the defensive line is not only to contain the enemy, but also to stop him directly at the border.

“We see from the example of Ukraine: once territory is lost, it is extremely difficult to return it,” he said.

In addition to the “dragon’s teeth,” Latvia also plans to build anti-tank ditches. The country is developing its defense infrastructure jointly with Lithuania and Poland. The work is scheduled to be completed by 2028.

The total length of Latvia’s border with Russia and Belarus is about 450 kilometers.

As reported, Ukraine has received documents from the Russian General Staff confirming Russia’s new offensive plans, expanded mobilization, and preparation of operations against NATO countries.

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