Europe News 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. 29/01/2026
Estonia Estonia bans 261 Russians who fought in Ukraine from entering country The ministry estimates as many as 1.5 million Russians have taken part in the full-scale invasion, about half of them having served on the front line. 13/01/2026
Finland Authorities investigating damage to undersea cables in Gulf of Finland Helsinki police have opened an investigation into potential aggravated criminal damage and aggravated interference with telecommunications. 31/12/2025
Estonia Russian border guards briefly cross into Estonia, Tallinn says A meeting between the border representatives of Estonia and Russia was planned for Thursday, at which Estonia was expected to make a statement on the incursion. 18/12/2025
Made in Europe European interceptor drones are technologically world leaders Drone interception technology made in Europe is world-class. The Baltic states in particular, are skilled in drone technology. What is the reason for this success story? A Euronews report from Estonia and Latvia. 28/11/2025
Belgium NATO warns Russia it will defend itself against airspace violations The statement comes after Estonia requested formal consultations under Article 4 of NATO's treaty after three Russian fighter jets entered its airspace. 23/09/2025
Estonia Estonia triggers NATO Article 4 after Russian jet airspace violation Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets lingered in NATO-member Estonia's airspace for several minutes on Friday, according to Estonian authorities. Italian F-35s responded. 19/09/2025
Smart Regions In Estonia, a new rare-earth magnet plant powers Europe’s green transition In partnership with the European Commission Europe has taken a key step toward reducing its reliance on China for rare-earth magnets, critical for clean technologies. Europe’s first production facility has opened in Narva, Estonia, planning to supply magnets for over a million electric vehicles and a thousand offshore wind turbines each year. 15/09/2025
Europe News Estonia celebrates its first beatification ceremony in historic moment for Catholic community "This day is a great gift not only to the Catholic Church in Estonia, but to the whole Catholic Church and Estonian society," - wrote Bishop Philippe Jourdan of Tallinn on the occasion of the first beatification in the history of the Estonian Church. 06/09/2025
Europe News 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