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international-relations1 year ago

"Russia Adds Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas to Wanted List"

Russian authorities have launched criminal proceedings against Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, accusing her of destroying or damaging Soviet monuments, charges she claims are politically motivated. Kallas, who announced the removal of Soviet monuments after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, sees the move as an attempt to silence her and others. Estonia's strong support for Ukraine and anti-Russian remarks from its Foreign Minister reflect the ongoing tensions between Russia and NATO, with concerns over potential troop increases on Russia's borders with Baltic countries and Finland.

via CNN|
#estonia#international-relations#nato
international-relations1 year ago

"Russia Adds Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas to Wanted List for Monument Destruction"

Russian police have placed Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, Lithuania's culture minister, and members of the previous Latvian parliament on a wanted list for allegedly destroying Soviet monuments, punishable by a 5-year prison term under Russian law. This move comes after the Baltic nations of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania demolished most of their Soviet-era monuments following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The Baltic politicians risk arrest if they enter Russia, but the practical consequences are unlikely. The Baltic states, members of the EU and NATO, have strained relations with Moscow, and the Russian Foreign Ministry has indicated that this is just the beginning of their response.

via Reuters|
#baltic-states#estonia#international-relations
international-relations1 year ago

"Russia Issues Arrest Warrant for Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas"

Russia has put Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas and other Baltic officials on a wanted list, accusing them of "destroying monuments to Soviet soldiers." This move comes amid warnings of an imminent Russian military buildup along Estonia's border and escalating tensions in the region. Kallas has been a strong supporter of Ukraine, leading efforts to increase military assistance to Kyiv and tighten sanctions against Russia. The removal of Soviet-era monuments has been a delicate issue in Estonia, and tensions remain high as Russia intends to double the number of its troops stationed along its border with the Baltic states and Finland.

via The Guardian|
#estonia#international-relations#kaja-kallas