Pentagon reportedly urges US allies to say nicer things about Russia, avoid saying Vladimir Putin is ‘cornered like a rat’ Please don't be mean to Vladimir. We Got This Covered · Nov 2
Pentagon asks Baltic Nato allies to tone down rhetoric on Russia threat: Report Pentagon officials have privately urged several Nato allies in recent weeks to tone down their public comments on the threat from Russia, saying remarks by some European leaders could weaken security across the continent, news agency Reuters reported, citing four people familiar with the discussions. The Times of India · Oct 30
Zelenskyy slams Trump's diesel deal, says will help fund Putin’s war in Ukraine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed concerns over the US diesel deal with Russia. He warned that this agreement could provide additional funds for Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Europe to increase support to Ukraine as missile attacks continue. The president requested significant financial assistance… The Times of India · Oct 16
Another European Country Has Accused Russia Of Being Behind An Attack As Hybrid War Expands Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal said Russian security services ordered an attack against a defense company supplying military equipment to Ukraine. International Business Times · Sep 29
NATO says Russian hybrid campaign not stopping Ukraine support after Estonia accuses Moscow of arson European countries have already faced multiple incursions by Russian drones as well as a campaign of covert Russian disruption which began after Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. Euronews · Sep 29
Senior Nato commander warns Putin is becoming more cavalier and open to risk as Ukraine war drags on Nato's deputy commander in Europe is warning that Russian president Vladimir Putin is becoming increasingly reckless as the war in Ukraine drags on and as he seeks to divide Western allies The Independent UK · Sep 22
Finland joins France's forward nuclear deterrence initiative Finnish President Alexander Stubb stressed that Finland’s "foremost priority" was still to act as part of NATO and the EU and that the French initiative would not "replace or overlap with NATO’s nuclear deterrence." Euronews · Sep 14
Estonia moves to protect youth’s mental health in the digital age Estonia joins Europe's youth online-safety push—but chooses expert-led prevention over a blanket social-media ban. Euronews · Aug 31
Ukraine war briefing: Would-be parcel bomber convicted in German court Russian-led plot was exposed when participants sent trial packages carrying GPS trackers through Ukrainian and German post. What we know on day 1,638 The Guardian - AU · Aug 19
Estonia and Ukraine sign drone pact to deepen defence industry ties 'Ukraine has developed one of the most competitive defence industries in the world' through its experience fighting Russia's full-scale invasion, Michal said. Euronews · Jul 7
'Security of the Baltics is our security': Merz meets Baltic leaders before NATO summit Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine. Euronews · Jul 3
Estonia Plans to Become First Country in the World to Give AI Agents Digital Identities Estonia is preparing to become the first country in the world to issue digital identities to artificial intelligence agents, allowing them to operate on behalf of individuals and organizations, but within limits. International Business Times · Jun 18
Russian soldiers should be banned from Schengen ‘for life’, Estonian PM tells Euronews Most of the Russian soldiers are "criminals" and should be kept out of the Schengen area for good, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal told Euronews. "Do you want these guys near your home? No, you don't." Euronews · Apr 24
‘Nobody understands’ Hungary's Orbán, Estonian PM tells Euronews Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal criticised the Hungarian premier for blocking a €90 billion loan that had been approved by all 27 EU member states in December and was intended to cover Ukraine’s financial and military needs for 2026 and 2027. Euronews · Feb 27
Euronews · Feb 27 Newsletter: Baltic leaders express dismay over Orbán's Ukraine vetoes Also in this newsletter: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez makes progressive pitch for EU's competitiveness push, and a Belgian court deals a blow to the country's strictest migration policies in history.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Estonia warns of Putin distraction tactics as EU leaders meet to discuss ‘drone wall’ Estonian leader Kristen Michal says Putin wants Europe ‘talking about ourselves, not Ukraine’ ahead of meeting in Copenhagen.
International Business Times · Sep 30, 2025 Estonia PM Says Russia Incursions Aim To Distract EU From Ukraine: AFP Interview Estonia's Prime Minister Kristen Michal warned Tuesday that Russia's recent air incursions were an attempt to distract Europe from helping Ukraine, ahead of a summit with EU leaders.
Euronews · Sep 30, 2025 Ukraine begins sharing drone expertise with Denmark deployment, Zelenskyy says EU defence ministers agreed last week to build what they called a "drone wall" to better detect, track and intercept drones violating Europe's airspace.
International Business Times UK · Sep 20, 2025 NATO on Red Alert: Brazen Putin Jets Breach Estonian Airspace for 12 Minutes Three Russian MiG-31s entered Estonian airspace. NATO responded with fighter jets and Article 4 consultations to ensure regional security.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 19, 2025 Nato intercepts Russian fighter jets on ‘reckless’ violation of Estonian airspace Russia denies what EU calls ‘dangerous provocation’ after Italian air force heads off three MiG-31s over Gulf of Finland
Euronews · Aug 30, 2025 Estonia to borrow up to €3.6 billion in EU defence loans European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Estonia as part of her four-day front-line state tour, aimed at stressing solidarity with border states and supporting the development of Europe's defense industry.
Euronews · Jul 3, 2025 'Putin needs war to stay in power', Estonia’s PM Kristen Michal tells Euronews Estonia’s prime minister believes that Russia will continue to be a threat as long as Vladimir Putin remains in power. In an interview with Euronews, Kristen Michal explained that ending the war would oblige the Russian president to face difficult questions from his own people.
Euronews · Jun 27, 2025 Everyone, including Spain, should reach 5% defence spending, Estonia's prime minister tells Euronews In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Kristen Michal urged all NATO members, including Spain, to meet the 5% GDP defence spending target, emphasising the risks the continent faces from Russia.
Al Jazeera · May 11, 2025 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,172 These are the key events on day 1,172 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
International Business Times · Mar 26, 2025 Estonian MPs Pass Bill To Limit Voting Rights For Russian Minority Estonian lawmakers voted Wednesday to ban the country's large Russian minority and other non-EU residents from voting in local elections, as the Baltic state warily eyes Moscow.