next steps. so that might be as clinging to any sort of modicum of hope here that might be a good sign that there is something concrete to talk when they resume today trace. and we we hope that is the case. jonathan, we'll get back to you in moments. thank you . meantime, the eastern european nation of estonia has become the first nato member to formally call for the immediate implementation of a no fly zone over ukraine. the move follows a harrowing attack sunday on a military base just 15 miles from the polish border. the cover of days was bombarded by russian cruise missiles leaving at least thirty five people dead. now there are concerns that russia's aggression might extend beyond ukraine's border. with us now, retired general david military expert and a senior fellow with defense priorities. colonel, it's always great to see you. what in your mind is the strategy behind the bombing of this military base?