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Estonia Weekly: The Orthodox Church Controversy
The Estonian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate (EOC MP) is in a public dispute with the Ministry of Interior over its canonical ties. NATO allies and the Estonian government are being criticized for irrational defense spending.
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Estonia Weekly: Pro-Kremlin Narratives Target Defense Efforts and EU Diplomacy
Anti-Estonian criticism has been triggered by military drills and a private company's idea to supply air-defence missiles to Ukraine. In addition, pro-Kremlin groups discuss EU High Representative Kaja Kallas' actions, including her visit to Kyiv and refusal to meet Lavrov on Malta.
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Estonia Weekly: Speculation About 2025 Blackouts & Migration Law
In early 2025, Estonia will disconnect from BRELL and connect to the European grid, sparking speculative fears of possible widespread blackouts. Social media commentators criticize Estonia's proposed legislation to ban the use of the Russian language in residency applications, raising concerns about growing Russophobia in migration issues.
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Estonia Monthly: KOOS/Вместе Leader Exploits Russophobia Claims
At the World Congress of Compatriots in Moscow, KOOS/Вместе leader Oleg Ivanov threatened to form a "people's front" to defend Russian-speakers in Estonia, accusing the Estonian government of Russophobia and voter disenfranchisement. His remarks, tied to the case of imprisoned party leader Aivo Peterson, signal a push for influence in Estonia’s local elections and align with the party's broader narrative of human rights advocacy for Russians.
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