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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.
Woman's 12-hour 'horror' detention at Russian border
An Indian woman recounts a 12-hour ordeal of being denied food and water by Russian border officials after entry refusal. The FCDO advises against all travel to Russia.
5 Killed in Afghan-Pakistan Border Exchange of Fire
An overnight exchange of fire along the Afghan-Pakistan border has killed five Afghan civilians and wounded eight, officials confirm. The clash breaches a Qatar-mediated ceasefire. Read the latest.
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.
Russia's Hybrid War on NATO Escalates
As Russia strikes Europe with drones, jets, and sabotage, NATO faces a critical test. With over 70 attacks attributed to Moscow, will the alliance's response turn physical?
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.
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.
US-Mexico Border Wall: A Visual Documentary
Stunning photographic essay reveals the stark reality of America's border landscape, capturing the human stories and physical barriers shaping one of the world's most controversial frontiers.
Russia deploys fighter jets to NATO border
Russia has positioned advanced fighter aircraft and missile systems in Belarus, dangerously close to NATO territory, as military tensions escalate across Eastern Europe. The strategic deployment represents Moscow's latest provocative move in the ongoing U
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.
Lithuania: Russia violates NATO airspace again
Moscow accused of flying military aircraft through Lithuanian airspace without authorization in latest provocation against NATO territory. The incident comes amid heightened regional security concerns.
Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change
Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.
Rafah Border Crossing Closed Indefinitely by Israel
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will stay closed until further notice, citing ongoing security threats and complicating humanitarian aid efforts.
UK border strategy failing as migration system overwhelmed
Senior policing figures reveal critical flaws in UK border management with rising small boat crossings and visa overstayers overwhelming the system, raising serious questions about post-Brexit immigration controls.
Texas Governor Defies Federal Authority in Border Standoff
Governor Greg Abbott escalates immigration dispute with Biden administration, asserting Texas's constitutional right to self-defence in mounting border crisis.
UK border officers sent to Balkans to fight people smuggling
British border security experts are being sent to the Balkans to disrupt sophisticated people smuggling operations targeting the UK, as the government launches a new offensive against cross-channel migration routes.
Chinese gang members enter US via southern border
Exclusive investigation reveals Chinese nationals with criminal ties are exploiting border vulnerabilities to enter California, prompting national security concerns.
Sophisticated smuggling tunnel found at US-Mexico border
Authorities have uncovered a sophisticated cross-border smuggling tunnel stretching from Mexico to California, complete with ventilation, electricity, and rail system in major border security operation.
Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire after border clashes
Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban-led government have reached a ceasefire agreement following intense cross-border airstrikes that killed multiple people. The fragile truce comes after Pakistan conducted retaliatory strikes in Afghan territory.
India's Himalayan border villages empty amid China tensions
Exclusive report reveals how remote Himalayan villages near the contested India-China border are being abandoned as tensions escalate and residents seek safety.
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.
India Builds Himalayan Tunnels Amid China Tensions
Exclusive report reveals India's urgent infrastructure push near contested Chinese border, with strategic tunnels designed for rapid military mobilisation in Uttarakhand's challenging terrain.
Labour MP: UK Has Lost Control of Borders
Shabana Mahmood delivers bombshell admission that Britain's border system is broken, warning that public trust is being dangerously eroded by the ongoing crisis.
Chicago refuses Border Patrol cooperation in immigration standoff
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker condemns Texas Governor Greg Abbott's border patrol programme as Chicago authorities refuse to participate in controversial immigration enforcement operations.
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