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Narva
December 16th - December 22nd, 2024 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

Estonia Weekly: Queues at the Russian Border and Accusations of Anti-Semitism

Before Christmas, the Estonian-Russian border became tense with long queues and slow checks, leading to dissatisfaction and criticism of the government's inability to improve conditions. Meanwhile, the Estonian Academy of Arts faced backlash and accusations of anti-Semitism.

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December 9th - December 15th, 2024 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

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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Kaja Kallas
December 2nd - December 8th, 2024 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

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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Electricity
November 25th - December 1st, 2024 by Dmitri Teperik and Artur Aukon

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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