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Estonia Probes Arson at Milrem Robotics’ Tallinn Plant

8/19/2026

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Estonia is probing an arson at Milrem Robotics’ Tallinn plant linked to Russia.
Minister Kristen Michal said suspects are identified and sabotage ties to Russia are examined.
Prosecutor General Astrid Asi said evidence from security services prompted request to detain suspects.
The fire started Friday at the Betooni Street site and burned into Saturday.
The Russian embassy gave no comment while Moscow denied involvement, calling reports anti-Russian propaganda.

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Estonia is probing an arson at Milrem Robotics’ Tallinn plant linked to Russia.
Minister Kristen Michal said suspects are identified and sabotage ties to Russia are examined.
Prosecutor General Astrid Asi said evidence from security services prompted request to detain suspects.
The fire started Friday at the Betooni Street site and burned into Saturday.
The Russian embassy gave no comment while Moscow denied involvement, calling reports anti-Russian propaganda.