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National & Local

Tsahkna: Weakening Iran Strengthens Europe's Security

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that weakening the Iranian regime directly enhances European security.

Feb 28 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
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National & Local

Tsahkna: Weakening the Iranian regime directly strengthens European security

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that weakening the Iranian regime enhances European security and highlighted Estonia's vigilance regarding the situation in the Middle East.

Feb 28 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
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National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends Estonian citizens leave Israel

The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises citizens to leave Israel due to security threats amid military actions against Iran.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
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National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Estonian citizens to leave Israel and to exercise caution elsewhere

The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises citizens to leave Israel due to escalating military actions and security threats in the region.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
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Life & Tech

VIDEO: Woman who checked security camera couldn't believe what her man and dog were doing at home

An Estonian nurse discovered surprising behavior from her partner and dog by checking the home security camera after he failed to respond to her messages.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:32 UTC
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National & Local

This time, the Red Army would face a strong resistance when attacking Estonia

Kadri Paas reflects on the historical missteps and naivetรฉ surrounding Estonia's defense against possible Soviet aggression in her commentary regarding the Estonian national holiday.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ESTONIA ALAR KARIS โŸฉ The future depends on everyone's choices

Estonian President Alar Karis emphasizes the importance of security, education, and community dialogue during a speech on Estonia's 108th anniversary, highlighting the need to address population decline for the nation's future.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
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National & Local

Survival List! These Foods Are the Foundation of Every Crisis Stockpile

The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a crisis stockpile of food and water for unexpected situations.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
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National & Local

Kristen Michal: It is time to confront value conflicts

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal emphasizes the importance of navigating value conflicts and urges for a future-oriented approach in his speech.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:42 UTC
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National & Local

"Through Entertainment, the Regime is Normalized." The Security Police Commented on the Appearance of a Tallinn Resident on Russian Television

Estonian singer participated in a Russian television program, prompting comments from the security police regarding the normalization of the regime through entertainment.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
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National & Local

"I am a former minister of Estonia!" Janek Mรคggi escaped arrest in Riga

Former Estonian Minister Janek Mรคggi narrates a bewildering encounter with security in Riga that almost resulted in his arrest.

Feb 19 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
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National & Local

Generals put a complete brake on the civil crisis and national defense law proposal

The Estonian Parliament has encountered a stalemate over a long-prepared civil crisis and national defense law proposal due to objections raised by four defense-background MPs.

Feb 18 โ€ข 02:55 UTC
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National & Local

According to opposition politicians, Tsahkna's annual speech was slogan-like

Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, in his annual foreign policy address, emphasized unwavering support for Ukraine as critical to Estonia's own security, while opposition politicians criticized his speech as overly sloganistic.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
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National & Local

COMMENTARY โŸฉ Meelis Oidsalu: Is Estonia's Foreign Policy Populist?

Security expert Meelis Oidsalu critiques Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna's address on the prevailing beliefs among the Estonian populace regarding the US as an ally and the need for strengthening Europe within NATO.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
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National & Local

Kaja Kallas's Criticism Towards the USA Received Wide Response

Estonian Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas's remarks at the Munich Security Conference in response to U.S. criticism stirred significant attention.

Feb 17 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
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National & Local

Urmas Reinsalu: Estonia's Foreign Policy is Not a Tool of Daily Politics

Urmas Reinsalu emphasized that Estonia's foreign and security policy should remain consistent and focused on national survival rather than shifting daily political agendas.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
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National & Local

At 22:00 "In the First Studio" with Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna guests on ETV's program discussing the challenges in Estonia's foreign policy due to a changing world order and security environment.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:40 UTC
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National & Local

Meelis Oidsalu: The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service's reassuring tone does not match Russia's military preparations

The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service's recent security report suggests that Russia is able to enhance its military capabilities while remaining engaged in the conflict in Ukraine, contradicting the narrative that President Putin is exhausting his resources in Ukraine.

Feb 16 โ€ข 18:05 UTC
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National & Local

RAIN EPLER: Estonian energy policy needs focus, not slogans

Estonian lawmaker Rain Epler argues that the current EU and Estonian energy policy, which prioritizes uncontrolled renewable energy sources like wind and solar, is fundamentally flawed and poses strategic risks.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

POSTIMEES IN MUNICH โŸฉ Michal: The actions of Russia and the USA have created the seed of European self-awareness

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal expressed that the military actions of Russia and economic strategies of the USA have sparked a sense of self-awareness in Europe at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
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National & Local

Tsahkna in Munich: Europe has Strong Levers for Strengthening Security

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna emphasized Europe's strong capabilities for enhancing security and supporting Ukraine during the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 14 โ€ข 13:54 UTC
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National & Local

Lithuanian President Meets with Latvian and Estonian Prime Ministers and German Chancellor

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausฤ—da discussed regional security and defense commitments during a meeting with the German Chancellor and the Prime Ministers of Latvia and Estonia at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 14 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
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National & Local

Andres Noodla: Support for Overlapping Production Capacities โ€“ What Could Be Estonia's Energy Market Policy?

Andres Noodla discusses the Estonian government's energy policy and its goals for ensuring energy security and transitioning to a clean energy economy.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:43 UTC
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National & Local

PM OLYMPICS โŸฉ Kersti Kaljulaid: Ukraine's Helmet Maneuver Was the Best Stratcom Operation Recently

Kersti Kaljulaid, president of the Estonian Olympic Committee, discussed the organization's activities regarding the Vladyslav Heraskevych incident during an interview at the Munich Security Conference.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
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National & Local

World News Filter: Russia Will Not Invade Any NATO Country This Year, Says Estonian Intelligence

Estonian intelligence reports that Russia is not expected to invade any NATO countries this year, focusing instead on the ongoing war in Ukraine and its implications for European security.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
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National & Local

Estonia Deports Russian Man Accused of Planning to Spy for Moscow

Estonian authorities have deported a Russian man accused of intending to gather intelligence on behalf of Moscow, amid rising tensions in the region.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:50 UTC
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National & Local

According to Keldo, the state wants to continue operations at the E-Piim factory in Paide

Estonian Minister of Economic Affairs and Infrastructure Erkki Keldo announced the government's support for the E-Piim milk production factory in Paide to continue operations despite its bankruptcy situation.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:19 UTC
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National & Local

The Ministry Does Not See Any Danger in Tsahkna's Tablet Loss

The Estonian Foreign Ministry does not perceive any security risk related to a tablet left on a plane by Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, as it contained no sensitive information.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
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National & Local

The Estonian Internal Security Service expelled a Russian citizen planning an attack

The Estonian Internal Security Service expelled a Russian citizen who was plotting activities against Estonia.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTOS โŸฉ Police expelled a man with contacts to Russian special services from Estonia

Estonian police expelled Russian citizen Andrei ลฝuravljov due to his connections with Russian special services.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
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National & Local

KUKU โŸฉ Elmar Vaher: Feeding a soldier for six to seven euros a day is a challenge

Elmar Vaher, leader of Estonia's Defence Investment Centre, discusses the ambitious needs for national defence and challenges in military resource allocation during a recent interview.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
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National & Local

Kapo: Mentions of Estonia in Epstein's Files Do Not Indicate a National Security Threat

The Estonian Internal Security Service (Kapo) stated that references to Estonia in documents related to Jeffrey Epstein do not pose a national security threat.

Feb 11 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
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National & Local

Tsahkna's Meeting with the Spanish Foreign Minister: We Act Together in Supporting Ukraine and Ensuring Security

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna asserts the importance of joint actions with Spain to bolster European security and support Ukraine during discussions with Spanish Foreign Minister Josรฉ Manuel Albares in Madrid.

Feb 10 โ€ข 17:29 UTC
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National & Local

Russia does not plan to attack NATO in the near future, considers the Estonian intelligence service

The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service reports that while Russia poses a threat, there are no current plans for an immediate attack on NATO member states.

Feb 10 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
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National & Local

Read in full: the fresh threat assessment by the Foreign Intelligence Service

The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service released its 11th public threat assessment, focusing on external security threats to Estonia.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
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National & Local

Social Democrats: Is KAPO Investigating Epstein's Ties to Estonia?

Members of the Social Democratic Party are questioning whether Estonia's security and law enforcement agencies are investigating connections to Jeffrey Epstein involving Estonia and Estonian citizens.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
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National & Local

Liisa Pakosta: The Estonian Prison Reform has been a Clear Success

Liisa Pakosta emphasizes that Estonia's prison reform has been a significant achievement, gaining Sweden's trust in managing its prisoners under Estonian legal frameworks.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:26 UTC
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National & Local

The Center Party: the government is conducting a public campaign against Karis

The Center Party has unanimously accused the government of running a campaign against President Alar Karis to the detriment of Estonia's security and international reputation.

Feb 9 โ€ข 05:27 UTC
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National & Local

The Closure of Koidula and Luhamaa Border Points Primarily Affects Bus Companies

The Estonian government's decision to close the Koidula and Luhamaa border points overnight will primarily impact bus companies and parking operators at road border points.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
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National & Local

Alarm in Europe over Putin's veterans? 'In our imagination, criminals are terrifying killers, but...'

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna warns that after a potential ceasefire in Ukraine, Russia could send hundreds of thousands of former soldiers, including convicted criminals, to disrupt Europe.

Feb 7 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

The legend of Estonian politics and police work, Koit Pikaro, has died

Koit Pikaro, a prominent figure in Estonian politics and former police officer, passed away at the age of 76, recognized for his contributions to the country's internal security and political development.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
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National & Local

A Dark Message from the Commander of the Estonian Defense Forces: There Is No Going Back

Estonian Defense Forces Commander, Lieutenant General Andrus Merilo, warns that the security situation in the region is unlikely to improve soon and the peace prior to February 24, 2022, may never return.

Feb 7 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
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World

European officials warn Russian veterans could play a role in Moscowโ€™s shadow war

Estonian officials caution that Russian war veterans, particularly those with criminal backgrounds, could pose security threats to Europe post-conflict.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
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National & Local

Security debate discussed the president's proposal to start negotiations with Russia

The security debate featured comments from various political figures on the proposal by Estonian President Alar Karis and Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliล†a for a European special envoy to participate in negotiations with the Kremlin to end the war in Ukraine.

Feb 4 โ€ข 20:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

ERKKI KOORT: K-commando showed their level when landing on a ship suspected of smuggling. But we still have one weak link

A mysterious operation took place in the Estonian internal sea where special forces landed on and took control of a ship, with further details about the operation expected to emerge soon.

Feb 4 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
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National & Local

The government is not united on how to alleviate the real cost burden on Estonian families

The Estonian government lacks consensus on how to alleviate the actual cost burden on families, with ongoing debates between the government and opposition regarding support and financial security amid inflation.

Feb 3 โ€ข 19:19 UTC
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National & Local

Does the Estonian state hate rural people?

Writer and columnist Triin Katariina Tammert discusses the irrationality and ignorance of the state's treatment of rural areas, highlighting the struggles faced by rural residents.

Feb 3 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
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National & Local

KUKU โŸฉ Head of the Food Union: Estonian food is not expensive

Sirje Potisepp, head of the Food Industry Union, highlighted on Kuku Radio that the prices of Estonian food are comparable to those of imported products, despite rising raw material and electricity costs.

Feb 2 โ€ข 13:21 UTC

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