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Estonia Says Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker Can't Sail Without Resolving 40 Deficiencies

Estonian transport authorities said Saturday they won't allow the Kiwala oil tanker to pursue its journey until it has resolved 40 legal and safety issues...

In First, Estonia Detains Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker

The Kiwala, which is under Western sanctions, was intercepted as it was heading for the Russian port of Ust-Luga.

Estonian MPs Pass Bill To Limit Voting Rights for Russian Minority

The amendment was proposed in response to security concerns over Russia's war in Ukraine.

Baltic Sea Telecoms Cables Repaired After Suspected Sabotage

Experts and politicians have said recent actions targeting vital infrastructure are part of a hybrid war between Russia and Western countries.

Finnish Police Investigate Role of Foreign Ship After Underwater Cable Damaged

Finland’s National Bureau of Investigation said a probe for “aggravated sabotage” had been opened into the oil tanker Eagle S.

Former Estonia PM Talks Russia, Ukraine in Hearing for Top EU Foreign Policy Job

Kaja Kallas called for a robust and assertive EU foreign policy, including ensuring “victory” in Ukraine.

Estonia Wants to Ban Russian Residents From Voting

Various Estonian political parties since the Russian invasion of Ukraine have proposed excluding Russians and Belarusians from elections, fearing foreign...

Estonia Summons Russian Diplomat Over Border River Dispute

Estonian border guards accused their Russian counterparts of removing two dozen navigation buoys from the Narva River in May.

Estonia Increases Security Checks at Russian Border to Fight Sanctions Busting

Tallinn has said it suspects some of the goods declared for transit through Estonia and then Russia may be destined to remain in Russia.

Estonia Jails Russian Professor 6 Years for Spying

Vyacheslav Morozov was found guilty of gathering information about domestic and defense policy, which he shared with Russian intelligence services.

Baltic States to Disconnect From Russian Electric Grid in Early 2025

The three countries will join the Continental European grid in February after disconnecting from the Russian and Belarusian system, known as BRELL.

Estonia Approves Transfer of Frozen Russian Assets to Ukraine

President Alar Karis said seized assets would only be used if the owner’s role in Russia’s war against Ukraine is “proven sufficiently.”

Estonia Says Russia Removed Buoys From Narva River Amid Border Dispute

The floating markers are used to prevent boats from accidentally straying into foreign waters.

Estonia Summons Russian Envoy Over Alleged GPS Jamming

"Russia's hybrid activities that disrupt our normal lives in Estonia and Europe must end," Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said.

Estonia Expels Russian Diplomat Over ‘Interference’ Claims

"The Russian embassy has interfered in the internal matters of Estonia in an unacceptable way," Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said.

Russia Bans Entry to 347 Citizens of Baltic States

The Foreign Ministry said the entry bans were a response to what it called the “hostile policy” of the three Baltic states toward Russia.

Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Estonian PM

Kallas appeared on Russia’s wanted list after she spoke in favor of dismantling a Soviet-era monument in the Estonian city of Narva.

Estonia Banishes Russian Orthodox Leader as ‘Security Risk’ – Police

Police said Metropolitan Eugene had repeatedly been asked to stop justifying Russia's invasion of Ukraine and defending the Kremlin.

Estonia Arrests Russian University Professor Suspected of Spying for Moscow

Vyacheslav Morozov was fired from the University of Tartu after police announced a criminal investigation against him had been launched.

Estonia Says Russia to Close Border Crossing for Renovations

Authorities in Tallinn said they had received an official note from Russia saying the Narva-Ivangorod crossing would close on Feb. 1.

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