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Estonia
February 24th - March 2nd, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Pro-Kremlin Narratives Mock Estonia’s Independence

Pro-Kremlin social media commentators mock Estonia's dependence on external developments, posting sarcastic comments about the country's foreign policy and praising the Trump administration's negotiations with Russia.

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February 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Monthly: Disinformation Targets the BRELL Exit

In February, pro-Kremlin disinformation in Estonia focused on the country’s strategic move to disconnect from the BRELL power grid, which historically linked the Baltic states to Russia and Belarus. Misleading claims suggested that Estonia's infrastructure was unprepared, warning of blackouts, energy shortages, and rising electricity costs. These narratives sought to erode public confidence in the transition, portraying it as reckless and economically harmful. However, Estonian officials reassured the public that infrastructure upgrades were on track, ensuring a stable shift to the European grid. The campaign was part of a broader Russian effort to influence public opinion and discourage Estonia from reducing its dependence on Russian-controlled energy.

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February 17th - February 23rd, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Anti-Government Criticism on Religious and Energy Issues

The Estonian government is pressuring the Russian Orthodox Church to sever ties with Moscow, citing security concerns, while pro-Kremlin critics accuse the government of undemocratic interference in religious affairs. Moreover, they also criticize the government for failing to develop proper energy strategy and not maintaining a pragmatic relationship with Russia on energy issues.

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Donald Trump
February 10th - February 16th, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Pro-Kremlin Commentators Praise Trump's Statements

Pro-Kremlin commentators welcomed Trump's statements on talks with Russia, highlighting Europe's impotence and mocking Estonia's poor relations with Moscow. Another critical narrative highlighted that 53% of Estonians do not rely on the state in times of crisis, with less than 40% trusting the government.

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