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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Estonia detains Russian 'shadow fleet'-linked oil tanker near Tallinn

Estonia detained a Russian-linked oil tanker near Tallinn for maritime law violations. The Kiwala, which authorities claim is part of Moscow's "shadow fleet," has already been sanctioned by the EU and other countries.

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Estonia and Czech Republic enforce measures to curb foot and mouth

Outbreaks of the disease, which affects primarily affects cattle and other livestock, have been reported in Hungary and Slovakia.

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Polar bear sisters Skadi and Kaja settle into Tallinn Zoo

Tallinn Zoo welcomed polar bear sisters Skadi and Kaja on Wednesday, and by the next day, they were already exploring, adapting, and playfully settling into their new enclosure.

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Fact check: The Baltics aren't against a ceasefire in Ukraine

Claims that the Baltic states no longer support a ceasefire appear to stem from a misinterpretation of an article by the Financial Times.

Poland

Poland and Baltic states to exit landmine treaty over Russia threat

The defence ministers of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland have recommended leaving the 1997 Ottawa Treaty due to Russia's aggression.

Lifestyle

Turn the heat up! Estonia Sauna Marathon tests limits and tradition

The challenge of the Estonia Sauna Marathon is simple - how long can you stand the heat while dressed in a funny costume. The weekend long event is a great leveller for visitors but Maris Hellrand says saunas are a very serious part of Estonian culture.

Mobility

Can a Baltic Sea bridge to Sweden give Finland better links to Europe?

Finland is exploring options to create improved links for road and rail connections to Europe, including a fixed bridge link that would span the Baltic.

Tech News

Estonia announces new AI initiative to integrate chatbots into schools

The education minister said that the country's competitiveness would depend on preparing people for the age of artificial intelligence (AI).

Europeans' Stories

Estonia phases out Russian as a language of instruction

The Republic of Estonia is reforming its school system. Russian will gradually be phased out as a language of instruction by the year 2030. Soon all children will only be taught in Estonian – even children in the predominantly Russian-speaking areas in the North-East.

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New rail route connects Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn with a single ticket

Travel between Baltic capitals in one day with faster, seamless train connections

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Baltic states connect to EU electricity after ditching Russian supply

The Baltic states connected to electricity supplied via Finland, Sweden and Poland after disconnecting from Russia, which had supplied them electricity for decades.

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Baltic states cut Russian electricity ties, ending decades of reliance

Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia all disconnected from the Soviet-era grid on Saturday morning and will merge with the European energy system on Sunday.

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Estonian navy steps up patrols in Baltic Sea to protect infrastructure

Officials say the damage to Estlink 2, a power connection with the capacity to provide half of Estonia's winter electricity needs, did not disrupt service, although it did drive up energy prices in the country and the other Baltic nations.

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Finnish police detain Russian 'ghost fleet' crew in cable probe

The Eagle S is suspected of damaging the Estlink-2 power cable which runs under the Baltic Sea between Finland and Estonia by dragging its anchor along the seabed on Christmas Day.

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Finland moves ship suspected of Estlink-2 cable damage to port

The Helsinki police department say the vessel, which was boarded on Thursday, was moved to inner anchorage near Porvoo as a better place to carry out an investigation.

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NATO to step up Baltic Sea patrols after undersea cable damage

Countries in the region have been on alert following a string of incidents involving damage to undersea cables and gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea since 2022, widely believed to be acts of sabotage.