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Estonia Detains Record 16 Russian Collaborators Amid Rising Threats

4/14/2026

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In 2025, Estonia's Internal Security Service (KAPO) detained a record number of Russian collaborators, with 16 linked to Russian intelligence.
The report highlights rising non-military threats, including sabotage and misinformation campaigns targeting Narva, a city with many Russian speakers.
Prime Minister Kristen Michal condemned the separatist movement as a Russian information operation.
KAPO says the detentions reflect preventive measures, not Kremlin activity, while Russia's threat remains unchanged with imperialist aims.

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Story summary

In 2025, Estonia's Internal Security Service (KAPO) detained a record number of Russian collaborators, with 16 linked to Russian intelligence.
The report highlights rising non-military threats, including sabotage and misinformation campaigns targeting Narva, a city with many Russian speakers.
Prime Minister Kristen Michal condemned the separatist movement as a Russian information operation.
KAPO says the detentions reflect preventive measures, not Kremlin activity, while Russia's threat remains unchanged with imperialist aims.