NATO Summit in Ankara: NATO leaders closed the two-day meeting reaffirming an “ironclad” Article 5 mutual-defense pledge and backing €70bn in 2026 support for Ukraine, while Trump softened his tone after earlier attacks on allies over Iran and Greenland. Ukraine–Estonia Defence Industry: Zelensky signed new drone deals with Denmark, Estonia and the Netherlands, and Ukraine and Estonia agreed on further drone cooperation as part of a broader push to expand joint production. Patriot Production License: Trump said the U.S. will license Ukraine to manufacture Patriot interceptors, a major boost for Kyiv’s air defence needs. Baltic Air Policing Upgrade: NATO agreed to upgrade the Baltic Air Policing mission into an air-defence mandate, giving pilots a wider role including destroying objects posing threats. Estonia Security Policy: Estonia’s foreign ministry condemned Russia’s disinformation campaign aimed at the Baltics, and Interior Minister Igor Taro warned Estonia must guarantee helicopter rescue coverage for future NATO air-defence operations. EU Enlargement Block: Eight EU states, including Estonia, opposed opening Serbia’s next accession cluster, keeping Belgrade’s EU path stalled. Domestic Governance: Estonia ordered the Moscow-linked Orthodox church to sever ties with Patriarch Kirill within six months. Alcohol Policy Debate: A draft alcohol framework proposes higher excise duties and shorter sales hours through 2035, drawing warnings about economic impact.