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May 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Monthly: Victory Day Sparks Disinformation Surge in Narva and Tallinn

On 9 May 2025, pro-Kremlin disinformation efforts escalated sharply in Estonia, with Narva and Tallinn at the center. Narratives accusing Estonia of "erasing Soviet history" and suppressing Russian identity were amplified through staged videos and social media manipulation, while patriotic displays from across the border in Ivangorod clashed with Estonia’s public messaging. The events exposed ongoing tensions surrounding historical memory.

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Tallinn pride
May 26th - June 1st, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Pride Event Sparks Backlash as Kremlin-Aligned Narratives Resurface

Tallinn's Pride event drew backlash from pro-Kremlin voices accusing Estonia of eroding traditional values and sidelining economic priorities. Speculative posts about police training with water cannons were used to stoke fears of government repression, highlighting how neutral events can be twisted to fuel disinformation.

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Narva
May 19th - May 25th, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Government Moves in Narva Fuel Propaganda

At a ministerial meeting in Narva, the Estonian government confirmed plans for a permanent military base, a regional command centre and enhancements to energy security. Pro-Kremlin critics accused the government of oversecuritising the region, escalating tensions with Russia and violating freedom of speech.

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Baltic Sea
May 12th - May 18th, 2025 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Pro-Kremlin Propaganda Targets Baltic Incidents

Pro-Kremlin commentators have exploited maritime incidents in the Baltic Sea and the testing of an emergency alert system to depict Estonia and NATO as acting in an aggressive manner that endangers regional stability.

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