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Estonia Weekly: Seizure of Sanctioned Tanker Sparks Kremlin Backlash
Estonia's navy has seized the Kiwala, a flagless oil tanker linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet', in its first direct seizure in the Baltic Sea, despite accusations from pro-Kremlin commentators that it was overstepping its capabilities and potentially provoking inter-state tensions. Pro-Kremlin social media users also accuse the Estonian authorities of public Russophobia and violating the rights of the Russian-speaking minority.
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Estonia Monthly: KOOS/Вместе Leader Exploits Russophobia Claims
At the World Congress of Compatriots in Moscow, KOOS/Вместе leader Oleg Ivanov threatened to form a "people's front" to defend Russian-speakers in Estonia, accusing the Estonian government of Russophobia and voter disenfranchisement. His remarks, tied to the case of imprisoned party leader Aivo Peterson, signal a push for influence in Estonia’s local elections and align with the party's broader narrative of human rights advocacy for Russians.
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Estonia Weekly: Trump's Election Inspires Kremlin Supporters
Some pro-Kremlin narratives emerged in the Estonian information space in response to the recent US presidential elections, with some voices advocating the normalization of US-Russian relations. Constitutional amendments proposed by the Estonian government could deprive Russian and Belarusian citizens of the right to vote, leading to accusations of failed integration and potential radicalization.
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