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Estonia Proposes EU Ban on Russian Soldiers Amid Crime Surge

1/29/2026

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Estonia seeks an EU-wide entry ban on former Russian soldiers involved in the Ukraine war.
Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna of Estonia said the proposal would be presented to EU foreign ministers on January 29.
Estonia previously banned access to the Schengen area for 261 Russian fighters.
Tsahkna cited rising crime linked to returning soldiers and urged a coordinated EU approach.

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Estonia seeks an EU-wide entry ban on former Russian soldiers involved in the Ukraine war.
Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna of Estonia said the proposal would be presented to EU foreign ministers on January 29.
Estonia previously banned access to the Schengen area for 261 Russian fighters.
Tsahkna cited rising crime linked to returning soldiers and urged a coordinated EU approach.