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BRELL disconnection
February 3rd - February 9th, 2025 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Weekly: Russian Propaganda Reacts to Baltic States’ BRELL Withdrawal

Russian propaganda narratives about Baltic states' withdrawal from the BRELL electricity network range from legitimate concerns about rising costs to mockery and doomsaying. Russian outlets and commentators focus on negative aspects, such as price increases and subservience to the EU, while ignoring the enhanced energy security benefits of joining the European power grid.

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Latvia rail
October 28th - November 3rd, 2024 by Martinš Hiršs

Latvia Weekly: Economic Decisions Under Fire

Recent narratives in Latvian media depict the economy as faltering, with critiques of major projects like Rail Baltica, described as a "bottomless pit" draining resources. Claims also suggest that disconnecting from the Russia-Belarus BRELL power grid in favor of European synchronization will drive up electricity costs.

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voting
October 21st - October 27th, 2024 by Olevs Nikers

Estonia Weekly: Voting Rights Debate

Recent discussions in Estonian media highlight disagreements over the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian residents from voting in local elections.

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Soviet monument
September 16th - September 22nd, 2024 by Olevs Nikers

Estonia Weekly: Continued Russophobia Allegations

Social media has been abuzz with increasing anti-government sentiment, with many posts criticizing the current administration's handling of the economy, while official sources have reported a surge in claims of Russophobia in Estonia, particularly in relation to the removal of Soviet-era monuments and burial sites.

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