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A United States infantry company arrived in Estonia this week , Russian media reported .
The US troops have been deployed as part of NATO effort to boost its deterrence . Estonia government said the deployment will boost deterrence on eastern border .
Estonia said the US service members are stationed at Taara base in town of Voru . US troops will train Estonian military personnel and enhance the forces interoperability . Colonel R. Ikena ( 1st infantry division artillery commanders) said they are excited to be in Estonia and look forward to working shoulder-to-shoulder with allies.
Estonia defense ministry said the Washington is also expected to deploy a Himars platoon to Estonia with associated command and control equipment and systems. Russia has repeatedly condemned the buildup of the NATO Forces on its border.
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