Frontline report: Europe’s Achilles heel becomes tripwire where Putin’s ambitions meet NATO’s steel
What was once NATO’s most vulnerable flank is now a red line.
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Ukrainian-Estonian start-up turns recon copters into precision killers that outsmart jammers
Ukraine’s hover-capable copters now strike through jamming — and they cost a fraction of what traditional weapons do.
600 tanks, 400 fighter jets, two aircraft carriers: Europe’s shopping list for post-American defense
Europe needs a next-level army if it hopes to defend itself against Russian President Vladimir Putin without US support.
Chancellor Merz attends ceremonial birth of Germany’s first overseas brigade in 80 years
Berlin intends to make the Bundeswehr the strongest army in Europe.
Putin’s war plan unchanged, Estonia’s defense chief says ahead of Brussels meeting which aims to bring more aid to Kyiv
Moscow’s drone swarm signals peace talk doublespeak.
NATO and Ukraine to seek weapons against unjammable FPV drones in Estonia
Ukraine and NATO have launched an innovation challenge to counter fiber-optic FPV drones — applications are open until May 30.
Denmark allocates $ 48 mn for artillery ammunition to Ukraine
Danish government funds Estonia-facilitated ammunition delivery while participating in broader Nordic-Baltic initiative to equip a complete Ukrainian brigade.
Estonian navy detains Russian shadow fleet’s oil tanker near Tallinn
Authorities now check the flagless vessel Kiwala's technical condition and crew documentation.
Estonian Parliament supports restrictions on churches justifying Russian aggression
Religious organizations in Estonia will have two months to comply with new legislation limiting foreign influence from entities supporting aggression.
Ukraine invites allies to test military tech in combat
Estonian defense companies will supply unmanned vehicles and medical equipment to Ukraine while gaining valuable battlefield data for future weapons development.
Estonia to construct 600 Ukraine’s war-tested bunkers along Russian border
The fortifications are engineered to withstand direct hits from 152mm artillery shells.
Airbus chairman warns Putin may plan to seize Suwałki Corridor using Crimea invasion playbook
Airbus chairman warns Putin sees a window of opportunity to attack NATO amid US-Europe tensions and Russia's unsustainable war economy, with the strategic Suwałki Corridor as the likely target.
Baltic nations concerned Ukraine ceasefire would increase Russian threat to them
Baltic defense ministers warn Moscow plans to rearm and redeploy forces northward after a Ukraine ceasefire, heightening security risks for NATO's northeastern border.
Warsaw joins Baltic States in exiting Ottawa landmine treaty, struggles to find new supply
While adhering to humanitarian law, Poland plans to restore its anti-personnel mine capabilities, possibly relying on Ukraine as a supplier.
Trump’s Ukraine stance worrying for Russia’s neighbors, says David Cameron
The former UK PM fears Trump's Ukraine strategy might validate Russian regional dominance, potentially endangering Baltic nations despite their NATO membership.
Estonia calls for Europe to fill US military aid gap to Ukraine
Seizing Russia's frozen assets, mostly concentrated in Europe, could be an option, he says.
Denmark and Estonia lead Nordic-Baltic initiative to train and equip Ukrainian brigade
Eight Northern European countries have united in a coordinated effort to build up a full Ukrainian brigade with training and equipment throughout 2025.
Estonia sends 10,000 artillery rounds and 750,000 combat rations to Ukrainian forces
The country plans to supplement this aid with Estonian domestic defense industry products worth over 100 million euros.
ISW: Estonia warns of Russia’s military buildup beyond war in Ukraine
ISW says Estonia's report aligns with its assessments of Russia's ongoing military and societal preparations for a future war with NATO "in the medium to long term."
Estonian president says EU should consider full trade embargo on Russia
His call reflects a growing consensus among European leaders that true energy independence is vital for stability, especially in the wake of the Russo-Ukrainian War.