Border & Security: Interior Minister Igor Taro says Estonia’s eastern border with Russia will stay open because there’s no immediate threat, but could close instantly if threat assessments change; he also points to efforts to restrict Russia’s capabilities. Drone Defense: Estonia’s Police and Border Guard Board has installed the first drone-monitoring systems on the southeast border, using radars and radio-signal detectors, with countermeasures like jamming and net-based tools, and Defence Forces taking over for military attack drones. Tallinn Governance: Tallinn is asking the Interior Ministry to update funding for vital statistics and population register services as workloads rise, especially for cases involving foreign nationals and complex document checks. Presidential Politics: A new analysis argues Estonia’s “quiet” presidential race could still shake up politics because the president is chosen by Riigikogu and an electoral college, making elite deals decisive. Prosecutor’s Office & Party Politics: Prosecutors have extended the deadline in the high-stakes Isamaa case, citing the case’s complexity and aiming to finalize a decision by end of summer. NATO Deterrence: Reports highlight NATO’s eastern-flank focus on long-range drone deterrence, including British exercises testing one-way drones that could reach deep into Russia. EU/Regulation Watch: The EU proposes easing parts of the Emissions Trading System rules to slow emissions-reduction requirements, while Estonia is among the countries that previously pushed for industry relief. Digital Cooperation: Estonia and India agreed to expand cooperation in digital governance, fintech, cybersecurity and emerging tech, backing early implementation of the India-EU FTA. Culture & Society: Pärnu Music Festival drew nearly 35,000 attendees and online viewers, with new Estonian premieres and the Järvi Academy bringing young musicians together.