Estonian public media reports that on September 2nd and 3rd, the first, second, and third rounds of presidential elections will take place, as confirmed in a recent meeting of the parliament's Council of Elders. During this session, the council also addressed the possibility of convening an electoral body in case the parliament fails to elect a new head of state, as well as amendments to the election law. Additionally, there was discussion on the search for a suitable candidate, with plans to proceed in an expanded format with two representatives from each parliamentary faction involved.

The Center Party has expressed readiness to support the re-election of Alar Karis, who previously denied such an opportunity last year. However, the vice-chairman of the parliament, Arvo Allers, pointed out that it is likely that the deputies will not agree on a common candidate, and each party is expected to nominate its own. This fragmentation may lead to a more complex election process, impacting the candidate selection and ultimately, the future presidency of Estonia.

The situation reflects broader trends in Estonian politics, where coalition building and candidate negotiations are multi-layered, compounded by differing party interests. The upcoming elections will not only influence the political landscape in Estonia but could also affect relations with neighboring countries and regional policies, depending on the ideological direction of the elected president.