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Estonia Weekly: Debate Over Expanding Surveillance Infrastructure
Pro-Kremlin commentators on social media have criticised the Estonian government for expanding surveillance infrastructure to disrupt dialogue and spread conspiracy theories. A heated debate has erupted over the use of Russian in medical institutions, sparking a backlash on social media and potential Kremlin propaganda.
Read moreEstonia Monthly: Controversy Over Voting Rights Sparks Accusations of Russophobia
A heated debate emerged in Estonia over proposed changes to voting rights for non-citizens, particularly affecting Russians living in the country. Articles and social media posts fueled claims that the Estonian government was intentionally making life harder for Russian residents.
Read moreLatvia Weekly: Green Deal, Corruption, and Russian Language Policies
Attention remained on key domestic issues, including the Green Deal's economic impact, corruption within the Rail Baltica project, and debates over Russian language policies. Opposition parties linked these language policies and alleged Russophobia to the country's declining demographics, which they see as the biggest threat to the state.
Read moreEstonia Monthly: Misleading Narrative on Baltic Poverty and EU Integration
Svyatoslav Knyazev argues that Baltic countries have suffered economic decline since joining the European Union. While the article highlights certain challenges, it fails to consider the broader context of Baltic successes, such as digital innovation and EU-driven modernization. Knyazev's claim that "Europe is impoverishing the Baltics" overlooks key reforms, EU development funds, and geopolitical factors influencing their pivot away from Russia.
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