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NATO planning worlds largest drone fleet to guard Baltic
NATO has reportedly tested what it calls 'the biggest unmanned fleet ever' in the Baltic region and is now scaling this up through an allied initiative named Task Force X Baltic....
Russian shell production reaches 7 million annually, 17 times pre-invasion levels – Estonian intelligence
Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service reports that despite diplomatic efforts towards peace talks, Russian factories are producing seven million artillery shells annually in 2025, marking a significa...
Finnish Politician: NATO Risks Provoking Armed Conflict in the Baltics
A Finnish politician has expressed concern that NATO's presence and military exercises near Russia might provoke an armed conflict in the Baltic region. The politician argues that these actions could ...
“We are f—”: 10 Ukrainians with drones wipe out two NATO battalions in war game
During Estonia's Hedgehog 2025 exercise, Ukraine introduced its Delta system for the first time on NATO territory. The drill involved ten Ukrainian operators using this drone technology to outmaneuver...
The D Brief: El Paso, explained; Navy ships collide; Marines’ aviation plan; Estonia’s warning; And a bit more.
This article discusses several key points including explanations and updates on the security and operational issues in El Paso, incidents involving Navy ships colliding, a new aviation strategy for Ma...
'Russia has no intention of attacking Estonia or NATO this year,' says Estonian intelligence report
According to an Estonian intelligence report, while Russia continues to pose a significant threat to both Estonia and NATO due to its dangerous nature despite internal incompetence, it does not plan t...
Martin Herem: Glide bombs and long-range drones pose the greatest aerial threat
According to experts Martin Herem and Riivo Piirson, based on Ukraine's experiences, glide bombs and long-range drones are the primary aerial threats. They suggest Estonia could achieve similar defens...
Estonian Intelligence: Putin Believes in His Victory and Is Deliberately Delaying Peace Talks to Deceive US
According to Estonian intelligence reports, Russian President Vladimir Putin believes he is on the path to victory and is deliberately delaying peace talks. The purpose of this tactic is to deceive th...
Putin Drags Time: Estonian Intelligence Reveals Kremlin Plans
Estonian intelligence services have uncovered plans by Russian President Vladimir Putin to delay key decisions and actions concerning Ukraine and NATO, according to recent reports....
Putin Believes He Can Outsmart US During Ukraine Peace Talks - Estonia's Intelligence Chief
According to Estonia's intelligence chief, Russian President Putin believes he can outmaneuver the United States during peace talks about Ukraine. This reflects ongoing strategic concerns and mistrust...
Estonian foreign intelligence: Russia building a massive drone army
According to Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service reports, Russian authorities are establishing drone units within all branches and levels of their military for both combat and supportive operations....
Politico: I. Ruginienė Discusses Lithuania's 'Plan B' for US Troops in Europe
Ina Ruginienė, Lithuania’s former defense minister, discusses a contingency plan ('plan B') involving the deployment of additional US troops to Estonia and Poland if NATO's eastern flank faces signifi...
Estonian intelligence: Russia uses Ukraine peace talks to manipulate West
According to Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service, Russia is exploiting U.S.-supported peace discussions aimed at ending the war in Ukraine as a means to influence Western nations and has no genuine...
Estonian intelligence: Russia taking 'drastic measures' to recruit new soldiers
The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service reports that Russia is employing severe tactics to recruit new soldiers from groups typically barred from weapon possession and encountering widespread lawles...
Kaupo Rosin: Russia has no intention of militarily attacking Estonia or NATO this coming year
According to Kaupo Rosin, Director General of the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service, Russia does not plan a military attack on Estonia or any NATO country in the near future. However, he emphasize...
19 highlights from Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service report 2026
Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service released its annual report focusing on external security threats, highlighting 19 top issues out of an 86-page document....
Military game in Germany shows rapid Russian victory in the Baltic region due to NATO's indecision
A military exercise conducted in Germany demonstrated a swift conquest of Russia over the Baltic states if NATO countries hesitate to provide timely and decisive responses during a crisis situation. T...
US approves funds for Baltic defence despite earlier signals
The United States has approved funding for enhancing defense capabilities in the Baltic states, contrary to previous indications that suggested potential delays or reductions in military assistance. T...
A small Baltic capital just gave away its emergency supplies — because Ukraine needed them more
Tallinn, Estonia's capital, has donated emergency supplies from its strategic reserves to Ukraine. The aid includes generators and diesel heaters sent to Zhytomyr Oblast due to the region's urgent nee...
Drone Maneuvers: Ukrainian Soldiers Outwit NATO Troops in Estonia
In recent military exercises conducted in Estonia, Ukrainian soldiers have demonstrated superior tactical skills using drones against NATO troops, marking a significant achievement for Ukraine's moder...
Soldiers of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Break Silence After Defeating Two NATO Battalions In Estonia Drills
Soldiers from the Ukrainian Armed Forces who participated in military exercises in Estonia reportedly defeated two NATO battalions within a single day, according to recent statements breaking their si...
Estonian spies believe Europe’s collective deterrence push is working
According to an Estonian intelligence assessment, despite economic pressures from sanctions, Russia's military-industrial complex has continued to grow significantly. However, the collective deterrenc...
NATO Results Were Horrible: Ukrainians Capable of Eliminating Two Platoons per Day at Drills in Estonia
During NATO exercises in Estonia, Ukrainian forces demonstrated capability to neutralize two platoons daily. The results highlighted significant operational effectiveness and potentially raised concer...
Foreign intel chief: Russian economy vulnerable to every new sanctions package
Kaupo Rosin, head of Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service, asserts that Russia's economy remains highly vulnerable to new sanctions despite the country attempting to project an image of long-term wa...
Russia still sees US as its top adversary, Estonian intelligence report says
According to an Estonian intelligence report, Russia maintains that the United States remains its primary adversary despite gestures towards normalized relations being described merely as an 'illusory...
Kallas Urges EU Countries to Coordinate Possible Contacts with Putin
Marie Therese Kallas, European Parliamentarian from Estonia, has called for coordinated approaches among EU member states regarding potential interactions or communications with Russian President Vlad...
Gallery: Estonian Navy divers complete week-long 'ice camp' training
Estonian Navy divers completed a week-long training exercise known as the 'ice camp' at Rummu Quarry on Friday. The event included diving in icy conditions, with participation from Estonian Rescue Boa...
EDF intel chief: Russia timed record number of air strikes to coincide with cold weather
According to Col. Ants Kiviselg of the Estonian Defense Forces (EDF) Intelligence Center, Russia conducted a record number of air strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure last week, aiming to exploit the c...
Official on president's Ukraine comments: An orchestra can't play half Mozart, half Bach
Estonian Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jonatan Vseviov emphasized that Estonia's foreign policy must remain unified and consistent in response to recent comments made by a presi...
Experts: Continuation of war in Ukraine increasing instability in Russia
According to the Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service's annual report, Russia does not plan to conduct military attacks on NATO countries like Estonia this year. However, Russia is enhancing its arme...
Estonian intelligence: Russia won’t attack NATO this year but fears European rearmament
According to Estonia's intelligence chief Kauppo Rosin, Moscow currently has no intention of attacking NATO countries imminently due to increased European defense measures. The European rearmament com...
Estonia to procure another 12 CAESAR self-propelled howitzers
Estonia has launched an updated strategic defense cooperation program with France by acquiring additional CAESAR self-propelled artillery systems. By the end of 2023, Estonia's total inventory of CAES...
We are doomed: Ukrainian troops decisively defeated NATO forces within half a day during exercises in Estonia
A mock exercise scenario describes Ukrainian armed forces (VSS) engaging and defeating simulated NATO forces allegedly within half a day of conflict during training exercises held in Estonia. The cont...
Margus Nõlvak: Critical thinking best tool against fraud
Margus Nolvak warns that fraudsters quickly adapt their tactics to circumvent new security measures. He emphasizes the need for constant vigilance and critical thinking as effective tools against emer...
Ukrainian Armed Forces 'Defeat' Two NATO Battalions in Half a Day During Exercises in Estonia
According to reports from WSJ and vlasti.net, during military exercises in Estonia, the Ukrainian Armed Forces demonstrated significant effectiveness by reportedly defeating two NATO battalions within...
NATO Training in Estonia Reveals Weaknesses in War Conditions - WSJ
According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, training exercises conducted by NATO in Estonia have highlighted significant vulnerabilities within the alliance under combat conditions. These incl...
Ukraine frontline mapping startup draws €7.2 million from Axon and European defense funds
A Ukrainian startup that specializes in mapping frontlines for military use has secured €7.2 million in funding. The investment round was led by Taser manufacturer Axon and the Estonian state fund EAS...
Russia: Two new aircraft in Baltic Fleet Aviation
The Russian Baltic Fleet has added two new aircraft that frequently operate over international airspace in the Baltic region, sometimes flying solo and at other times providing escort for bombers or r...
Justice chancellor finds Tallinn's PVC ban illegal
Last July, the Tallinn City Council implemented a ban on using PVC plastic for outdoor advertisements on city surfaces effective from this year. However, Ülle Madise, the Chancellor of Justice, has de...
ISS expels Russian citizen it says planned attack on Estonia
The Estonian Internal Security Service (ISS) expelled a Russian citizen who was allegedly planning activities harmful to Estonia's national security....
Hanwha signs counter-drone deal with Estonian startup
South Korean defense manufacturer Hanwha Aerospace signed a memorandum of understanding with Frankenburg Technologies, an Estonia-based startup, to jointly develop counter-unmanned aircraft systems fo...
Estonia to close 2 Russian border crossing points at night from February 24
Estonia plans to close two of its border crossings with Russia at night starting from February 24 for an initial period of three months. This decision comes in response to persistent disruptive activi...
MP on Karis messages controversy: Foreign ministry not up to the task
Raimond Kaljulaid, an MP from the Social Democratic Party and a member of the Riigikogu National Defense Committee, criticized the foreign and prime ministers for failing to align and coordinate Eston...
Regula ferry forced off Hiiumaa route as mainland link hangs by a thread
The ferry service 'Regula' has been suspended from its route between the Estonian island of Hiiumaa and mainland Estonia until at least Monday. Currently, only one remaining vessel is responsible for ...
Munich Security Conference: Six quotes to take away from the world's biggest security conference
At the Munich Security Conference, contrasting views about Western civilization were shared. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio emphasized the need for Europe to join forces to preserve a common civilizational ...
Ukrainian Soldiers Break Silence After Defeating Two NATO Battalions in Estonia Drills
Ukrainian soldiers participating in drills in Estonia have broken their silence following an intensive military exercise where they purportedly defeated two NATO battalions within a single day. No fur...
Ukrainian Armed Forces Crush Two NATO Battalions During Estonia NATO Exercises
A simulated scenario took place during NATO exercises involving Ukraine where Ukrainian forces reportedly outperformed two NATO battalion units in a drill conducted on Estonian soil....
Ukrainian-Estonian Defense Startup Farsight Vision Attracts €7.2M in Seed Financing Round
Farsight Vision, a Ukrainian and Estonian joint venture defense technology company, has secured a seed investment amounting to €7.2 million ($8.6 million), with Axon Enterprise leading the funding rou...
Estonia builds Asia-Pacific links as it looks to scale defence industry capabilities
Estonia aims to expand its defense industry by fostering partnerships with aligned firms in the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic move seeks to enhance Estonia's defense industrial base....
Apollo Group begins stock exchange journey
The Apollo Group, an entertainment and catering company, has commenced its process towards stock exchange listing with assistance from LHV Bank. The initial phase includes the placement of bonds on th...
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