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Estonia Weekly: Propaganda Targets Censorship and Spending
Pro-Kremlin commentators accuse Estonia of censorship and violating freedom of speech after expelling a Russian nationalist Konstantin Gorlov from the country. Dissatisfaction with Estonia's economic situation has led to online over a pay rise for public sector employees, including members of parliament and ministers.
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Estonia Weekly: Allegations of Discrimination Against Russians
The Estonian parliament's recent constitutional amendment excluding third-country nationals and stateless persons from voting has sparked controversy among pro-Kremlin commentators, who argue that it discriminates against and marginalises long-term residents, including Russian and Belarusian citizens. Pro-Kremlin commentators have criticised Estonia's law on churches and congregations, claiming it is part of a "Russophobic policy" aimed at persecuting Russian Orthodox believers.
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Estonia Monthly: Citizenship Reform and Church Bill Fuel Pro-Kremlin Narratives
Two landmark decisions by the Estonian Parliament in March - restricting local voting rights to EU citizens and severing church ties with Moscow - sparked a wave of reaction on Russian-language social media. Kremlin-aligned voices praised opposition figures who rejected the bills, particularly EKRE’s Varro Vooglaid, whose criticism of the church bill was widely amplified. His conservative rhetoric resonated with pro-Kremlin narratives, potentially drawing Russian-speaking voters toward Estonia’s far-right and opening new channels for influence campaigns.
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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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