Estonia blames Russia for arson attack on drone maker supplying Ukraine European and Nato leaders express support for Estonia after August attack on manufacturer in Tallinn The Guardian - UK · 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
Why the Baltics are pushing back against new fears of a Russian attack Officials across NATO’s eastern flank say there is no evidence of an imminent Russian attack, even as they strengthen their defences and warn that Moscow’s campaign of sabotage and provocations against Europe is intensifying. Euronews · Aug 31
Are the Baltics safe? CIA director's Moscow trip raises more questions than answers A rare CIA mission to Moscow has fuelled fears of a possible Russian test of NATO. Baltic officials insist their threat assessments have not changed, but are their reassurances mostly intended to keep public anxiety in check? Euronews · Aug 28
CIA boss Moscow trip was about Iran, not the Baltics, ex-Estonian president tells Euronews Former Estonian president tells Euronews Ratcliffe’s Moscow talks were more likely about Iran than a warning against aggression in the Baltics. He says Russia’s calculus in the region has not changed. Euronews · Aug 27
Ukrainian drones crashing in Nato territory a ‘small price to pay’ says Estonia IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 29
Stray Ukrainian drones crashing onto Nato soil are price worth paying to defeat Putin, says Estonian foreign minister ‘We are not saying to Ukraine to stop it,’ said Margus Tsahkna The Independent UK · Jun 29
Zelenskiy at regional summit as drone friction hovers President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is in Estonia for a summit of Baltic and Nordic leaders as a spate of stray Ukrainian drones in the region causes concern. AAP · Jun 9
Zelenskyy arrives in Estonia to attend Nordic-Baltic summit Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Estonia to attend a summit of Nordic and Baltic leaders The Independent UK · Jun 9
Why Ireland is under fire over its alumina exports to Russia Though legal, Ireland's alumina exports to Russia have prompted outrage just as the country prepares to assume the EU Council's presidency. Euronews · Jun 8
EU countries reject Russia's threat against diplomats, issue summons in protest Russia's notification urging diplomats in Kyiv to leave "as soon as possible" has been denounced by EU countries as intimidation. Germany, France, Spain and Poland have summoned Russian ambassadors in protest. Euronews · May 27
Direct talks with Russia would make EU a 'neutral mediator', Estonia warns "This is not the right time to rush into any kind of talks" with Russia, Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has said as debate over how to end the invasion of Ukraine continues. Euronews · May 26
India-Estonia ties growing stronger in tech, startups, global diplomacy: Foreign Minister Tsahkna Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna sees strong potential in India-Estonia digital cooperation. He noted advancements in technology, AI, and cybersecurity. Tsahkna also urged India to increase diplomatic pressure on Russia. This could help bring peace to Europe amid the ongoing conflict. Estonia welcomes Indian companies and sees itself as a… The Economic Times · May 20
India has leverage to pressure Russia to end Ukraine war: Estonian FM Estonia believes India can pressure Russia to end the Ukraine war. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna highlighted India's leverage. He also expressed hope for India's involvement in Ukraine's reconstruction. The Economic Times · May 20
The Economic Times · May 20 India key partner, Estonia will be 'very happy' if PM Modi visits: Foreign minister Estonia desires stronger ties with India. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna invites Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a visit. He also seeks India's participation in rebuilding Ukraine. Estonia sees India as a key partner for business and investment. The country is preparing to host the Ukraine Recovery Conference in 2027.
AAP · May 19 Ukraine drone shot down by NATO jet over Estonia Kyiv has blamed Moscow for steering one of its drones over Estonia, where it was shot down by a NATO jet.
The Guardian - UK · May 19 Russian jamming blamed after Nato jet downs Ukrainian drone over Estonia Officials from Baltic states say Moscow behind latest such incident but also tell Kyiv to be more careful with its routing
The Independent UK · May 12 The ex-German chancellor and Putin’s ‘buddy’ who Russia want to mediate Ukraine peace talks Schröder called Putin a ‘flawless democrat’ and took roles in Russian energy after leaving office
The Independent UK · Apr 23 Estonian foreign minister visits Vietnam to boost tech, trade ties Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has met with Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung in Hanoi as part of his country's effort to build ties in trade, technology and digital transformation
The Independent UK · Mar 20 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin loses more than 8,000 troops as Zelensky warns Moscow trying to ‘intensify’ attacks Zelensky warns a prolonged Iran war will exhaust supplies of US air defence missiles
Euronews · Mar 19 A 'people's republic' on NATO's edge: The Narva narrative testing Europe's defences A pro-Russian online campaign is casting the Estonian city of Narva as a "people's republic", spreading propaganda and at times calling for violence and sabotage.
Euronews · Jan 29 EU considers entry ban on Russian soldiers who fought in Ukraine "There can be no path from Bucha to Brussels," the Estonian foreign minister said as he called for an EU-wide entry ban on former Russian soldiers.
Euronews · Dec 3, 2025 Europe must up pressure on Russia, NATO ministers say after inconclusive Moscow talks US-Russia talks to end the war in Ukraine ended with no breakthrough on Tuesday – but Vladimir Putin warned that he's ready for a war with Europe. The continent's NATO members say they want to increase pressure on the Kremlin, but they can't seem to agree how.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2025 UK and Poland vow to confront Russian aircraft violating Nato airspace Russia shrugs off criticism as Poland and Estonia speak about incursions at emergency meeting of UN security council
Axios · Sep 22, 2025 Russia's "brazen" NATO airspace violations head to UN Security Council European leaders warn the incursions are a calculated escalation of Russia's war in Ukraine.