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The fastest way to end the war in Ukraine is not through concessions, but through pressure on Moscow, said the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, at a press conference following the meeting of European foreign ministers in Luxembourg today. #Украйна #санкции #война (translated)

The sanctions list has been expanded to include 743 individuals and 826 legal entities that contribute to Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine through their activities. This is the largest expansion of the EU sanctions list to date. Thus, the EU is increasing pressure on Russia and limiting its capabilities to continue the war. According to Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, this shows that Europe is staying the course and continuing to intensify sanctions pressure on Russia. In recent weeks, Russia has become even more brutal in its attacks and continues to demonstrate that it is not ready for peace. In the lead-up to the fifth military winter, Ukraine needs both military and economic and political support, and Europe is continuing to act to provide the necessary assistance. Estonia believes that to cover Ukraine's financial needs, frozen Russian assets in Europe should be utilized. First, it is necessary to hold those responsible for all attacks accountable, as this will help deter individuals who are recruited to carry them out. Second, opportunities for Russian citizens to travel to Europe must be limited. We need to put an end to the situation where more than half a million visas are issued annually to Russian citizens for entry into the Schengen area. The expansion of the EU will make the union stronger and enhance its security. By admitting neighboring countries that share our values into the union, we will reduce the opportunities for third countries to harm our neighbors through disinformation campaigns and other influence activities. #санкции #Россия #Украина (translated)

Defense Minister Martin Herem, who returned from Kyiv after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, stated that Estonia should consider acquiring light jet aircraft to combat new-generation long-range Russian drones. #Эстония #Украина #ВоенноеСотрудничество (translated)

Defense Minister Martin Herem discussed with President Volodymyr Zelensky and other Ukrainian leaders in Ukraine the continuation of military assistance, cooperation in the field of drones, as well as the use of Ukrainian experience in the development of the Baltic defense line and the protection of civilian infrastructure. #Оборона #Дроны #Эстония (translated)

"I am glad that the dialogue has started and that our international partners are informed about it. This is the beauty of democracy – to talk when you have different positions, and the skill in democracy is when you bring those different positions closer together and ultimately reach a compromise," said Mickoski in response to a question about when he expects to emerge from the "blockade" of relations with Bulgaria and the expectations from the meeting between the foreign ministers of the two countries, Timcho Mutsunski and Velislava Petrova, in Sofia last Thursday. #България #СевернаМакедония #диалог (translated)

NATO is working. In the Baltic Sea region, we clearly see this in the air where our allies' planes respond to violations of airspace, at sea where NATO ships are part of the Baltic Sentry vigilance measures, and on land where our alliance allies' units are on duty. We are grateful to our allies for this contribution and, for our part, also make our own. In this year and in the coming years, our defense spending will exceed five percent of GDP," said Prime Minister Krysten Michal. #НАТО #Таллин #БалтийскоеМоре (translated)

After today's successful operation, during which the head of the information network "Rybar" was detained, the message is clear: state institutions are doing their job, Montenegro is protecting its interests, and no one will jeopardize our European future. The detention of the creator of the z-channel "Rybar," Mikhail Zvinchuk, was confirmed on social media by Montenegro's Prime Minister Milojko Spajic. #Черногория #Рибар #Звинчук (translated)

Russia is bombing Ukrainian ports and obstructing the arrival of Ukrainian grain to the global market, but at the same time wants to earn revenue from transporting its grain through the European Union. Our infrastructure should not help Russia finance the war. We must increase pressure on the aggressor and help Ukraine deliver its products to the global market," said Prime Minister Kristan Michal. #Украина #зерно #ЕвропейскийСоюз (translated)

After the meeting of the foreign ministers of Bulgaria and North Macedonia, it became clear that the past continues to influence relations between the two countries, and the dialogue remains frozen, posing challenges for future cooperation. #България #СевернаМакедония #диалог (translated)

So, in the end, it may happen that Ukrainians will still receive the necessary ammunition for this amount. According to Defense Minister Martin Herem, Estonia may still receive ammunition from the Indian-Italian company Datasel S.R.L., to which the State Defense Investment Centre (RKIK) paid 60 million euros as an advance, but has not yet received the necessary ammunition for Ukraine, as reported by Postimees. #Эстония #Datasel #боеприпасы (translated)