The Prince of Wales will make his first visit to Estonia at the end of next week to meet British troops providing a deterrent to Russian aggression in the region. Prince William will travel in his role as colonel-in-chief of the Mercian Regiment to learn more about how British troops are bolstering Nato's eastern flank, Kensington Palace said.

Prince William will travel to Estonia next week to meet with British troops who are involved in Nato operations in the region. The royal engagement is part of Britain's drive to show solidarity with its allies and highlight its commitment to the defence of the alliance's eastern flank.

The Prince of Wales will visit Estonia on Nato’s front line with Russia to meet British troops providing a deterrent to aggression in the region. William will tour the Baltic state next Thursday and Friday mainly in his role as Colonel-in-Chief of the Mercian Regiment,