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Estonian PM arrives in Kyiv to meet Zelensky
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal arrived in Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the PM said in a post on X on Dec. 9.
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Estonian company to test AI-guided anti-drone missiles in Ukraine, CEO says
A key feature of the system is its artificial intelligence capability for autonomous targeting.
Estonia’s defense chief urges financial aid for Ukraine over foreign troop deployments, The Hill reports
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur said that Ukraine could manage its defense effectively if supplied with the necessary resources. "As far as I know, Ukrainians can handle all of this, when we can deliver all what they need for fighting with Russia."
Estonia approves delivery of additional military aid package for Ukraine
The latest aid package will include an unspecified amount of munitions and equipment, including naval uniforms, observation equipment, sights, and protective equipment, Estonia's Defense Ministry said.
Kyiv urges Estonian film festival to cancel Russian 'Deaf Lovers' film screening
Ukraine's State Film Agency has urged the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (POFF) to remove the Russian film "Deaf Lovers" from its main programming, protesting the film's depiction of relations between Russians and Ukrainians, the agency announced on Nov. 12.
Estonia announces new military aid package for Ukraine
Estonia's Defense Minister, Hanno Pevkur, visited Kyiv on Nov. 11, where he met with President Volodymyr Zelensky and announced a new aid package for Ukraine, Pevkur said on X.
Ukraine war latest: Ukrainian drones hit oil refinery in Russia's Saratov, HUR source says
Key developments on Nov. 8: * Ukrainian drones hit oil refinery in Russia's Saratov, HUR source confirms * Ukraine to receive $6 billion in US military aid before Trump's term begins, Pentagon confirms * Estonia to provide Ukraine with air defense missiles for testing * Ukraine retrieves bodies of 563 fallen soldiers * US allows
Russian drone damages Estonian ambassador's apartment building in Kyiv
"No one is safe in Ukraine until Russia stops its aggression," Estonia's Foreign Affairs Minister Margus Tsahkna said in a post on social media on Nov. 8.
Estonia to provide Ukraine with air defense missiles for testing
The missiles to be trialed by Ukraine are designed to counter drones, and can shoot down targets at an altitude of up to 2 kilometers.
Estonia wants to bar Russian, Belarusian citizens from voting in local elections
Estonia aims to narrow voting eligibility in local elections to exclude Russian and Belarusian citizens in order to counter Russian influence, Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal told state broadcaster ERR on Nov. 4.
North Korean troops could suffer even greater losses in Ukraine than Russia, Estonian intelligence says
North Korean soldiers are usually trained to fight in mountainous terrain, which means they are not familiar with Ukrainian territory, its climate, and geography, Estonia's intelligence said.
Ukraine's victory can avert NATO-Russia clash, Estonian defense minister says in exclusive interview
Estonia has emerged as a staunch advocate for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, pushing its NATO allies to step up military aid and make long-term commitments to Kyiv’s defense. Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur has been at the forefront of this effort, urging Kyiv's partners not merely to
Estonia considering buying defense equipment from Ukraine, official says
"We need to understand here that this can only be done in such a way that if we buy, then Ukraine gets more money. And they will be able to produce more for their army," Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur said.
Estonia's planned 'war tax' unprecedented, defense minister says
Speaking at a panel discussion at the Warsaw Security Forum attended by the Kyiv Independent, Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur explained that "everybody in the society will contribute a bit more."
Ukraine launches program allowing foreigners to remotely start businesses in Ukraine
Ukraine has launched uResidency, a program enabling foreigners to start a business in the country remotely, Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced on Sept. 27 at the Lviv IT Arena, according to a Kyiv Independent journalist reporting from the event. The program offers foreign entrepreneurs favorable conditions for conducting business,
Estonian President on Russia's threats of escalation
In an exclusive interview, Estonian President Alar Karis emphasizes his country’s support for Ukraine, advocating for the removal of restrictions on Western-provided long-range weapons so Ukraine can strike Russian territory.
'Too dangerous to ignore' – Russia's malicious activity in the Baltics set to test NATO resolve
“Russian intelligence is everywhere. And its propaganda is everywhere, not only in Estonia but all over the world,” Estonian President Alar Karis told the Kyiv Independent during an interview on the sidelines of the 20th annual Yalta European Strategy (YES) Conference in Kyiv. Russia has been actively meddling in the
Estonian President Karis: We have to cross all ‘red lines,’ then start forcing Russia out of Ukraine
Estonian President Alar Karis is very diplomatic. His country of 1.3 million people borders Russia, while the ongoing messy election campaign in Washington, D.C. forces European diplomats to question whether the U.S. will help countries like Estonia in case of a direct confrontation with Moscow. Despite that,
Estonian president arrives in Kyiv
"Arrived in the great city of Kyiv. Looking forward to all the meetings & discussions," Estonian President Alar Karis said on X.
Estonia launches new program for Ukrainian refugees
Estonia launched the "ROSE Estonia" project to help Ukrainian refugees in the country with their goals in self-employment and entrepreneurship.
Russia not ready for Kursk Oblast counteroffensive, Estonian official says
"According to Russian social media reports, the Russian Armed Forces are expected to launch a counteroffensive soon. However, there are no indications yet that the Russian Armed Forces have enough forces and areas to deploy such significant actions."
Kursk region incursion may force Russia to redeploy troops, Estonian intelligence says
According to unofficial reports, Ukrainian forces have advanced up to 15 kilometers (9 miles) into the Kursk region. Kesselmann does not rule out that Ukraine could have partially скщііув the second line of defense in the Kursk region.
Estonia beefs up checks at Russian border to tighten sanctions
The new measures are designed to prevent sanctioned goods from entering Russia, the ERR public broadcaster reported.
Estonia charges citizen who wrote for Russian state media with treason
Svetlana Burceva was arrested in March after it was revealed that she wrote for the Russian state sponsored Balt News —an arm of the Kremlin-run RT news outlet.
Baltic states to complete decoupling from Russian-controlled power grid by early 2025
Lithuanian operator Litgrid, Latvian AST, and Estonian Elering informed the Russian and Belarusian operators that they would not extend the BRELL agreement, which expires in February 2025, LRT said.
From Estonian university professor to convicted Russian spy: the curious case of Viacheslav Morozov
Editor’s Note: Kyiv Independent News Editor Nate Ostiller briefly attended a summer program at the same Estonian university where the main character of this report was a professor and received a passing grade in a one-week summer school course. A university professor is not the first profession that comes
Estonian PM resigns to take up top EU diplomatic job
Kaja Kallas, known for her resolute support for Ukraine against Russian aggression, is stepping down after being appointed as the EU's next chief diplomat, replacing Josep Borrell.
Estonia delivers Mistral air defense systems to Ukraine – here's what they can do
"Let's keep supporting Ukrainian freedom fighters. Together, we can stop Russian aggression," it said in a post on social media.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine signs security agreements with EU, 2 Baltic states
Key developments on June 27: * Ukraine, EU sign security agreement in Brussels * Ukraine signs long-term security deals with Estonia, Lithuania * Russian chemical plant reportedly targeted by drone attack * Ukraine repels Russian troops from eastern Chasiv Yar neighborhood, military says * Russia has sent around 10,000 immigrants who recently received citizenship
Ukraine signs long-term security deals with Estonia, Lithuania
The two nations have joined 17 countries, including the U.S., the U.K., Germany, and France, that have signed similar bilateral treaties to help Kyiv repel Russia's aggression.
Poland, Baltic states call on EU to build defense line along border with Russia, Belarus
Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania called on the European Union to build a line of defense along the bloc's border with Russia and Belarus to protect the EU from military threats and other harmful actions from Moscow.
Estonian PM Kallas will take over as next EU foreign policy head, sources tell RFE/RL
Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas will reportedly succeed Josep Borrell, who has held the position since 2019.
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