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EU ministers specify Russians they want prohibited from bloc

(MENAFN) Interior ministers from several Baltic and Nordic countries have called for a ban on all Russians with current or past military affiliations from entering the Schengen Area, citing concerns that these individuals could pose a “criminal...

Estonia Convicts Journalist of Treason Over Russian Media Collaboration

(MENAFN) An Estonian court has handed a six-year prison sentence to journalist Svetlana Burtseva after convicting her of treason and violating Western sanctions due to her continued collaboration with Russian state-affiliated media, local media...

Q-CTRL Partners with QUCAN to Offer Global Virtual Classroom Experience to Aspiring Quantum Professionals

Partnership combines Q-CTRL’s Black Opal interactive quantum education platform with live expert instruction from prestigious universities and institutions OXFORD, UNITED KINGDOM, September 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Q-CTRL, the global...

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African...

EU EASTERN BORDERS: Baltic countries and Poland call on EU to increase focus on eastern border ― Estonian NGO helps to relaunch mental health support helpline for Ukrainians ― Finland’s border law set for 18-month extension ― NGO criticises Poland’s tr…

The Baltic countries and Poland have called on the EU institutions to increase their focus on the bloc’s eastern border. An NGO in Estonia has relaunched a helpline to provide mental health support for Ukrainians living in Ukraine and elsewhere in...

Estonia holds inaugural meeting as OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation Chair

VIENNA, 14 May – Today, Estonia held its first meeting as Chair of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation (FSC). Over the course of its tenure as FSC Chair, Estonia will aim to strengthen dialogue and co-operation on security challenges facing...

Estonia Accuses Russia of Detaining Oil Tanker

(MENAFN) Estonian officials have accused Russia of detaining a tanker that was transporting shale oil from Estonia. This event allegedly occurred shortly after Tallinn made an attempt to inspect a vessel traveling from Russia. Following the...

Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Estonia Kristen Michal

CANADA, June 25 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Estonia, Kristen Michal, on the margins of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit in The Hague, the Netherlands. The prime ministers underscored...

Strengthening Women, Peace and Security focus of FSC Security Dialogue and side-event of the Estonian Chairpersonship

VIENNA, 18 June – The OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation placed the Women, Peace and Security agenda at the forefront of its programme today, with a dedicated Security Dialogue during the plenary session and a side-event focused on...

EU ministers list Russians they want prohibited from bloc

(MENAFN) Interior ministers from Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and Finland have jointly called for a ban on Russians with current or past military connections from entering the Schengen Zone, citing concerns that they could...

Belarus Frees Political Detainees, Foreigners

(MENAFN) In an unforeseen development, Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko authorized the release of 14 incarcerated individuals, including members of the press and 10 foreign nationals, on Saturday. This significant gesture is believed to have...

Estonia initiates clampdown on its biggest Christian church

(MENAFN) Estonia’s parliament has approved legislation that may force the Estonian Christian Orthodox Church (ECOC) to cut its longstanding ties with the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC), citing national security concerns. The move has sparked strong...

Estonian leader unveils what Trump informed him regarding Ukraine

(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump assured Estonian President Alar Karis that he would remain engaged in the Ukraine peace process, stating that an end to the conflict was "quite close." Karis shared this during a conversation with Trump at Pope...

Estonia`s leader blocks controversial regulation against biggest Christian church

(MENAFN) Estonian President Alar Karis has refused to sign a controversial law aimed at the Estonian Christian Orthodox Church (ECOC), arguing that it violates the country’s constitution. The ‘Amendment to the Churches and Congregations Act,’...

Estonian President Reveals Trump’s Statements About Ukraine

(MENAFN) During a recent interaction, Estonian President Alar Karis stated that U.S. Leader Donald Trump pledged to remain committed to the ongoing peace efforts concerning Ukraine. Karis mentioned that Trump expressed optimism about a resolution,...

NATO Defence Ministers agree on new capability targets

SWEDEN, June 5 - At the meeting of NATO Defence Ministers in Brussels on 5 June, member countries’ defence ministers agreed on new capability targets for the Alliance. In conjunction with the meeting, Swedish Minister for Defence Pål Jonson also...

Estonia begins clampdown on its biggest Christian church

(MENAFN) Estonia's parliament has passed a law that could force the Estonian Christian Orthodox Church (ECOC) to sever its longstanding ties with Russia, drawing criticism from Moscow as a violation of religious freedoms. The church, previously...

From Assistants Towards Agentic AI: How AI Will Power the Future of Government and Urban Life

By H.E. Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, Director General, Digital Dubai DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a report by MarketsandMarkets, the global market for AI agents is projected to grow from USD 5.1...

Estonian Premier urges EU to strip Hungary of voting rights

(MENAFN) Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has called for Hungary to be stripped of its voting rights within the European Union to ensure the continuation of sanctions against Russia. Hungary, which has advocated for a diplomatic resolution...

EU distributes one hundred seventy-five billion dollars through SAFE Program

(MENAFN) The European Commission has released the initial breakdown of a $175.6 billion defense fund under its Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative, aimed at strengthening military readiness across the bloc. According to the plan, 19...