Kaliningrad is a Russian exclave situated between Poland and Lithuania along the Baltic Sea coast. Despite its small size, it holds significant strategic importance due to its location and military assets. The region serves as the headquarters for Russia's Baltic Fleet and is equipped with advanced missile systems, including S-300, S-400, Oniks, and Iskander missiles. This military presence allows Russia to project power in the Baltic region and potentially disrupt NATO operations, particularly concerning the Suwałki Gap—the narrow land corridor connecting Poland to the Baltic states. Consequently, Kaliningrad is often viewed as a focal point in Russia-NATO tensions
