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Estonia Boosts Defense Amid Rising Russian Threats

5/3/2025

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Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna raises alarm over Russia's ambitions to revive the Soviet empire, identifying the U.S. as its primary adversary. In response, Estonia is committing over 5% of its GDP to defense and has significantly reduced energy imports from Russia. While he doesn't foresee a full-scale attack on NATO, Tsahkna recognizes the persistent dangers.

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Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna raises alarm over Russia's ambitions to revive the Soviet empire, identifying the U.S. as its primary adversary. In response, Estonia is committing over 5% of its GDP to defense and has significantly reduced energy imports from Russia. While he doesn't foresee a full-scale attack on NATO, Tsahkna recognizes the persistent dangers.