
MEP Kaljurand Criticizes Estonia's Leadership Rift
MEP Marina Kaljurand criticized recent remarks by President Alar Karis and Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, calling Estonia's leadership rift "embarrassing to watch" and urging clear communication.
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MEP Marina Kaljurand criticized recent remarks by President Alar Karis and Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, calling Estonia's leadership rift "embarrassing to watch" and urging clear communication.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has lauded Ukraine's army as the 'largest, most efficient, and most experienced force in our region,' advocating for its swift integration into Euro-Atlantic structures.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that the war initiated by the United States and Israel in Iran can also be considered Estonia's war. He affirmed Estonia's support for both countries' actions aimed at reducing Iran's capabilities.

Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna announced that seven special repatriation flights from the Middle East cost the state approximately €800,000, which was less than initially projected.

Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna, during a visit to Canberra, discussed the potential threat posed by former Russian combatants to Australia and emphasized the need for a special tribunal to hold Russia accountable.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna believes that North Korea and China, among regimes friendly to Russia, could be next in line for removal from power.

Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) has urged Estonian citizens currently in the Middle East region to remain in the towns they have been staying in, where their safety can be ensured.

The death of Iran's Ayatollah Khamenei, who was killed amid U.S.-Israeli strikes on Saturday, opens a window for the Iranian people to determine their own future, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200).

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has called for a ban on Russian military personnel entering the EU, warning of hybrid attacks and Wagner mercenary infiltration, noting Italy has issued 150,000 permits.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna questioned the value of second presidential terms, leading to accusations from Isamaa chairman Urmas Reinsalu of pressuring President Alar Karis.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stated that Russia is committing atrocities in Ukraine today that replicate the March 1949 deportations, on the 77th anniversary of the event.

The Estonian and Israeli peoples share very similar values, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said.

Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna stated that despite the geographical distance, Australia is a key ally for Estonia, as demonstrated by its stance on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, benefiting both nations' regions.

Opposition MPs in Estonia believe Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna disregarded the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee's position in his comments on the Iran conflict and criticized EU foreign policy.

Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna suggested that North Korea and China might be the next allies of Vladimir Putin to be removed from power, following recent developments.

Estonian President Alar Karis and Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna are not planning to meet in the near future following several public incidents that have led to accusations of a rift in the country's foreign policy.

Significantly weakening the Iran regime will bring benefits to European security, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said Saturday.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has asserted that Europe requires security guarantees from Ukraine, citing the country's unique experience in modern warfare.

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna emphasized the need for joint international action to deter Russia's 'shadow fleet' in both the Mediterranean and Baltic Seas, following a recent incident involving one such vessel.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with his Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna following the EU Foreign Affairs Council. Among other things, the sides discussed maintaining global attention on countering Russia’s aggression against Ukraine.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected claims from opposition politicians of a rift between Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna's (Eesti 200) stance on Iran and that of the Riigikogu's Foreign…

Families with children should be given priority when registering for Estonia's extraordinary charter flights from the Middle East to Tallinn, Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said on Thursday.

Estonia's Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said weapons that could help Ukraine are now being used in the Middle East and that Kyiv's allies need to help keep focus on the…

Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) said Monday morning that are no signs of Middle Eastern airspace reopening, which would allow Estonian citizens to return home.

While February 24 is Estonia's birthday, it also carries a painful meaning as the anniversary of the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, said Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (