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FSB Guards Cross into Estonia in Border Provocation
Three Russian FSB border guards illegally entered Estonian territory for 20 minutes in a suspected provocation, testing NATO's defences. Full details and official response.
Russian guards cross into Estonia on hovercraft
Estonia accuses Russian border guards of illegally crossing NATO territory via the Narva River. The incident raises tensions amid warnings of Russian aggression in Europe. Read the full report.
Russian guards enter Estonia, raising NATO tensions
Three Russian border guards crossed into Estonian territory on a hovercraft, sparking a security incident. Estonian officials investigate if the breach was intentional. Follow for live updates.
Estonia ferry disaster caused by bow failure, report confirms
New report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry sinking was due to bow failure, not collision or explosion. Read the final findings on Europe's worst maritime disaster.
Prehistoric chewing gum reveals ancient DNA
Archaeologists discover 10,500-year-old birch tar chewed by brown-eyed teenager in Estonia, rewriting our understanding of Stone Age life through DNA analysis.
Travel expert reveals best European city to visit
World traveller Henrik Jeppesen names Tallinn, Estonia as Europe's best city. Discover its €5 meals, UNESCO Old Town and friendly locals. Plan your trip today!
Haaland leads Norway to crucial 4-1 World Cup qualifier win
Erling Haaland's half-time team talk sparked Norway's 4-1 comeback against Estonia, putting them on brink of first World Cup since 1998. Read the full story.
Prisoner 'Released in Error' Actually Freed Lawfully
Justice minister Lord Timpson reveals a foreign national thought to have been mistakenly freed was released lawfully. Discover the latest on the UK's prison release errors crisis.
Norway close on World Cup 2026 with 4-1 win over Estonia
Erling Haaland and Alexander Sørloth each scored twice as Norway defeated Estonia 4-1, putting them on the brink of World Cup qualification for the first time in 26 years. Read the full match report.
1 in 8 UK prisoners are foreign nationals
Shocking Ministry of Justice data reveals nearly 13% of prisoners are foreign nationals, with thousands convicted of violent crimes including rape and murder, costing taxpayers £165 million annually.
NATO shoots mystery drone near Estonia US base
Allied forces intercept and destroy unidentified UAV approaching sensitive military installation amid heightened regional tensions. Defence officials remain tight-lipped about the mysterious aircraft's origin and purpose.
Estonia closes airport after spy balloon incursions
Estonia takes unprecedented security measures, closing its main airport and border crossings following repeated unidentified aerial object intrusions, sparking espionage concerns.
Digital ID: How Denmark & Estonia Beat Privacy Fears
While Britain grapples with digital identity debates, Scandinavian and Baltic nations have created seamless, secure systems that balance convenience with privacy protection.
Estonia's bizarre Russian territory you drive through
Discover the bizarre border anomaly where Estonian roads briefly dip into Russian territory, creating a diplomatic curiosity and travel peculiarity in rural Estonia.
Estonia foils Russian sabotage plot targeting defence sites
Estonian security forces have detained suspects accused of plotting attacks on defence ministry buildings in a coordinated sabotage campaign linked to Russian intelligence operations.
Tallinn's Magical Christmas Market: A Winter Fairytale
Escape to Estonia's enchanting capital where medieval charm meets festive magic. Tallinn's world-famous Christmas market offers stunning decorations, traditional crafts and warm glögg in what many call Europe's most magical winter destination.
Greta Thunberg detained at Istanbul Airport protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was briefly detained at Istanbul Airport while protesting Israeli passengers amid ongoing Gaza conflict tensions, sparking international diplomatic reactions.
Foreign nationals underrepresented in UK prisons
Groundbreaking Ministry of Justice data shows foreign citizens make up smaller proportion of prison population than their share of general population, challenging common perceptions about crime and immigration.
Estonia warns of Putin distraction as EU plans drone wall
Estonia's foreign intelligence chief warns Russia may be preparing major offensive operations as distraction tactic while EU leaders convene to finalise ambitious drone defence network along eastern border.
EU's Entry/Exit System Delayed Until 2025
The EU's flagship Entry/Exit System (EES) faces significant delays until at least 2025, with countries like Estonia and Luxembourg warning of major travel disruption and logistical nightmares at borders like Dover.
NATO activates new Baltic defence command led by Estonia
Estonia leads a historic NATO defence initiative, creating a new Baltic military command to counter Russian aggression. The plan establishes a brigade-sized force and pre-positions equipment, fundamentally reshaping European security architecture.
UK Typhoons to Lead NATO Air Policing in Estonia
In a decisive response to regional tensions, the UK deploys advanced Typhoon fighter jets to Estonia, spearheading NATO's enhanced air defence posture. The move signals a major commitment to collective security on the Alliance's eastern frontier.
Russia Violates Estonian Airspace, UK Responds at UN
A Russian government aircraft breached NATO airspace near Estonia, prompting a swift response from the UK's UN ambassador. The incident raises concerns over regional security and Putin's intentions.
Russia vetoes UN action on Estonia amid border tension crisis
Russia blocks UN Security Council statement condemning alleged Estonian border provocations, escalating diplomatic crisis. UK and allies condemn Moscow's 'dangerous obstructionism' as Baltic tensions reach boiling point.
Poland and Estonia warn of Russian GPS jamming threat
Poland and Estonia issue stark warnings about Russia's escalating electronic warfare tactics, including GPS jamming and spoofing, which threaten regional security and civilian aviation across Eastern Europe.
Putin's Warplanes Breach NATO Airspace Over Estonia
Russian military aircraft violated sovereign Estonian airspace, with NATO jets failing to intercept them in time, raising serious security concerns for the Alliance's eastern flank.
Russian Jets Violate Estonian Airspace Amid Trump NATO Comments
Exclusive: Vladimir Putin's warplanes violate Estonian airspace as Donald Trump stuns the world by encouraging Russia to attack any NATO member that fails on defence spending. The chilling incident raises the spectre of a new Cold War and tests the allian
Finland's Defence Chief: Russia is an 'Existential Threat'
Finland's top military commander, General Janne Jaakkola, declares Russia an existential threat to Europe, urging a permanent NATO troop presence and a new strategy of 'deterrence by denial' to counter Moscow's aggression following the invasion of Ukraine
Poland, Estonia Demand NATO Action Against Russia
Tensions explode at the UN as Poland and Estonia issue a stark warning over Russia's hybrid warfare tactics in the Baltics, calling for immediate NATO reinforcement. Latest on the Ukraine conflict and Europe's security crisis.
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