Estonia

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Estonia 'not worried' sending troops to Ukraine will curb its defence

Tallinn has said it is ready to provide troops for the reassurance force the 'Coalition of the Willing' aims to send to Ukraine as a security guarantee.

03/09/2025

Europe News

Estonia to borrow up to €3.6 billion in 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.

30/08/2025

Destinations

Why Estonia’s remote islands may be Europe’s best-kept travel secret

These secluded Estonian islands offer solitude, nature, ancient architecture and abundant wildlife for a more rejuvenating holiday.

21/08/2025

Estonia

Estonia expels Russian diplomat over 'crimes against the state'

The first secretary of the Russian embassy in Tallinn has been declared "persona non grata" and ordered to leave Estonia, the foreign ministry said.

13/08/2025

Finland

Finland charges officers of Russia-linked ship that damaged cables

The damage to the Estlink 2, which can provide about half of Estonia's electricity needs in winter, did not disrupt service, although it drove up energy prices in the Baltic nations.

11/08/2025

Culture news

Estonia stages a “heavy machinery ballet” version of Romeo and Juliet

The remake of the classic Shakespearean tragedy is being staged by Estonian independent theatre Kinoteater, which uses an experimental style to push the boundaries of its audience.

03/08/2025

Food and Drink

Kissing black bread: Fine dining on the shores of Estonia's capital

At the decentralised foodie hub of Noblessner in Estonian's capital Tallinn, we find the legacy of Black Bread, the only two Michelin star restaurant in the Baltics, and the ghosts of submarines.

20/07/2025

Tech News

Estonian President Alar Karis has a plan to bring AI to schools

“The whole school system is probably going to be upside down in the coming years,” Karis tells Euronews Next.

17/07/2025

The Europe Conversation

'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.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Russia instructed arson attack on Ukrainian restaurant, Estonia says

A court says Russia’s intelligence service hired the Moldovan national and sent him to Estonia to carry out the attack.

03/07/2025

Europe News

Estonia's PM: Everyone should reach 5% defence spending, even Spain

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.

27/06/2025

Europeans' Stories

Rail Baltica could be used for defensive military purposes

Construction on the 870-km-long Rail Baltica through Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia is gathering momentum, as the line switches from the Russian broad gauge to the European standard gauge. The EU is covering a large part of the costs.

25/06/2025

Estonia

Estonia's plan to rent prison space to Sweden sparks fears

Through the agreement, Estonia hopes to generate at least €30 million in additional revenue.

07/06/2025

Europe News

Sweden reaches deal with Estonia to rent prison cells to house inmates

Renting prison places abroad was a key component of the Tidö Agreement, the aim of which was to remedy the shortage of places in Swedish prisons, caused by a stream of inmates arising due to escalating gang crime.

05/06/2025

Russia

Russia releases Greek-owned oil tanker after detention near Estonia

The Liberian-flagged Green Admire was seized on Sunday in Russian waters after leaving a port in Estonia.

20/05/2025

Europe News

Russia may use military force to protect shadow fleet, Estonia warns

Moscow is using ageing vessels in an effort to dodge international sanctions on its oil exports.

15/05/2025

Business

Are these the best European countries to start a business in?

Euronews explores which countries in Europe are relatively easier to set up a new business in, given the current economic environment.

11/05/2025

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Estonia's Narva Museum displays controversial Putin-Hitler banner

A banner of Putin and Hitler with 'PUTLER WAR CRIMINAL' was unveiled by Narva Museum in Estonia on 9 May, countering Russian propaganda and emphasising peace.

09/05/2025

Europe News

Belgian-led NATO group patrols Baltic Sea amid sabotage fears

Belgian and Dutch forces conduct surveillance operations in the Baltic Sea as part of a NATO mission to monitor Russia and to protect undersea cables amid Baltic tensions.

01/05/2025

Europe News

Estonia to raise defence spending to 5.4% of GDP

Estonia’s government approved the multi-billion Euro plans that will see the Baltic country boost its defence investments to over 5% of GDP, in line with Trump’s demands for NATO members.

26/04/2025