AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBorder Security: Estonia says Russia carried out an unannounced live-fire exercise on Lake Peipus on July 9 near the border, with Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur calling it unprecedented and Interior Minister Igor Taro calling it a provocation. Defense Cooperation: Estonia–Ukraine drone deal implementation is starting immediately, with officials stressing joint production and future procurement links. EU Sports Funding Fight: Nine EU countries led by Estonia urge the European Commission to cut Erasmus+ and other funding for sports bodies including the IOC after Russia’s Olympic Committee readmission, arguing sport can’t be separated from politics while Ukraine is at war. Digital Euro Prep: The ECB selected 36 payment providers for the digital euro pilot starting in late 2027, including banks and fintechs such as Deutsche Bank and Revolut. Urban Governance: Tallinn’s Lastekodu street redesign is drawing criticism for confusion and high costs after traffic-calming changes were completed late last year. Cyber Security: US and allies warn Russian-linked actors are targeting routers and other networking gear worldwide to compromise critical infrastructure.
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