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Luhamaa border crossing on February 2, 2024.

Estonia to close border crossing points at night after 'irrational' Russian behavior

Prime Minister Kristen Michal (Reform) and President Alar Karis.

PM: Karis' latest Ukraine remarks clash with Estonia's core valuesUpdated 14:59

Crane.

Merko and Nordecon's 2025 profits down nearly 50 percent on year

Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna at the opening of a new emergency shelter in Zhytomyr region.

Two Estonian-funded construction projects open in Ukraine's Zhytomyr region

The Olympic village in Cortina.

Watch: Winter Olympics opening ceremony live on ERR this Friday

President Karis and Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna.

Updated 05.02.2026 12:18

Estonian foreign minister rejects president's call for EU talks with KremlinUpdated 12:18

Estonian President Alar Karis and Latvian PM Evika Siliņa have called for a special European envoy to participate in talks with the Kremlin on ending the war in Ukraine, Euronews reports. Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna (Eesti 200) strongly rejects the idea.

MPs: Mixed foreign policy messaging between president, foreign minister 'unacceptable'

Raimond Kaljulaid.

MP on Karis messages controversy: Foreign ministry not up to the task

Private homes in Pirita.

Should the building register offer a glimpse into people's bedrooms?

Kristo Käärmann talking to 'Ringvaade.'

Wise co-founder: I live a pretty normal life in London

estonia detains baltic spirit

The Baltic Spirit.

No drugs found on detained Baltic Spirit, vessel leaves Estonian waters

The Estonian authorities preparing to detain the "Baltic Spirit" on February 3, 2026.

Watch: Estonia's special forces detain a suspected smugglers ship

Igor Taro.

Minister: Limited capabilities can increase risks when detaining ships

winter

Icebreaker MSV Botnica in port in Tallinn, with a passenger ferry visible in the background.

Icebreaker to start in Tallinn next week as Gulf of Finland freezes over

Heltermaa harbor in Hiiumaa.

Estonia's sea level may reach record lows, threatening island ferry services

Ferry Kihnu Virve.

Low water level grounds Kihnu ferry

Haapsalu-Noarootsi ice road in 2019.

Ice road between Saaremaa and Hiiumaa to open in coming days

The frozen sea between the mainland and Vormsi, February 2026.

Transport Administration urges drivers to avoid unofficial ice roads

A car on the unofficial ice road between Rohuküla and the island of Vormsi

Locals using unofficial ice roads in western Estonia

Mountains of sea ice, in this case at Triigi, Saaremaa.

Estonia's islands battle 'worst ice conditions in 10 years' amid ferry stoppages

Temperatures have been below -10 degrees (c) for the majority of January 2026 and the cold weather is set to continue into February.

Gallery: Tallinn freezes in one of the coldest winters for 25 years

The deep freeze is such that sometimes it's difficult to see where the sea starts and the land ends.

Meteorologist: Deep freeze set to last through whole of February

latest news

The Zawose Queens.

New international artists announced for Viljandi Folk Music Festival

Tallinn Prison.

Minister: Estonia won't be renting out prison space to any other countries

The TS Laevad-operated Regula.

Ferry forced off Hiiumaa route as Estonian mainland link hangs by a thread

Electricity pylon in Tallinn.

Electricity consumption reached record levels in Estonia Thursday morning

Applying the new method makes 3D holographic microscopy more reliable under challenging conditions.

New method by University of Tartu scientists turns foggy holograms into a clear image

Wintertime logging work in Estonia.

Prolonged cold making forestry work possible in boggy areas this winter

russia's war in ukraine: latest from estonia

Tallinn hassent dozens of generators to Ukrane's Zhytomyr region.

Tallinn sends dozens of generators to help Ukraine's Zhytomyr region

Footballs (photo is illustrative).

28 Estonian clubs sign joint appeal to UEFA over Russian 'solidarity funds'

France’s Minister for European Affairs Benjamin Haddad.

French minister Haddad: Europe has everything it needs to be a strong power

The Supreme Court of Estonia in Tartu.

Over 1,000 violations of banned symbols law logged in 4 years

Taavi Liias

EDF: Cold weather gives neither side an advantage in war

politics

Evelyn Liivamägi.

Ministry concerned over declining political will to fight money laundering in Estonia

Doris Raudsepp.

Reform loses Tallinn City Council seat after member quits in favor of Isamaa

Tartu Prison.

Belgium considering Estonian prison rental scheme

Reform Party campaign event in Tallinn.

Ratings: Reform Party only one to gain in support in early 2026

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal (Reform).

PM: Estonia pushing Latvia to keep Rail Baltica construction on schedule

economy

Shopper in Estonia.

Share of store brand goods growing in Estonian supermarkets

Kesk 63, a Soviet-era khrushchyovka n Sillamäe, is slated for a full overhaul.

Sillamäe to get first fully renovated apartment building

Tesla badge on one of its vehicles.

Tesla to open dealership in Estonia

CityBee Toyota Corollas.

Toyota most-sold car brand in Estonia in 2025

Artist's rendition of the planned Ülemiste development, costing an estimated nearly €500 million.

€500m investment to transform Tallinn's Ülemiste into international hub

Defense and security

MPs: Mixed foreign policy messaging between president, foreign minister 'unacceptable'

Estonia has previously used U.S. funding to buy HIMARS ammunition.

US approves over $200 million for Baltic security in 2026 Updated 05.02

The

Detained Baltic Spirit container ship arrives at port for inspection

The detained ship from the PPA'a helicopter.

Estonian authorities detain container ship suspected of smuggling

The Estonian Defense Forces' (EDF) 1st Infantry Brigade at the onclusion of basic training in Jõhvi.

Estonia raises monthly conscript benefits by a third

society

The Estonian-Latvian border at Valga-Valka during summer.

Estonia, Latvia grappling with surge in cross-border crime

Some of the Kellamäe's head of Highland cattle.

Cold winter proves no sweat to Põlva County Highland cattle

More and more people are turning to foreign language models like ChatGPT for help with distressing thoughts.

Psychiatrist shortage seeing people turn to apps for help

Road users must remain aware that pedestrian crossings can often be part-obscured by banks of snow left there in the course of snowplowing work.

Pedestrian fatality already reported in 2026, bringing road safety into focus

Toompea Castle, the seat of the Riigikogu.

No clarity on how to ease families' real expenses

opinion

MIhhail Kõlvart.

Mihhail Kõlvart: President must represent the Estonian people, not an ideology

Külli Kraner.

Külli Kraner: Officials ignoring problems caused by guest apartments boom

Marti Aavik.

Marti Aavik: 2026 should be a year of crisis resilience, not entertainment

Margus Tsahkna

Margus Tsahkna: Peace requires strength, unity and thoughtful action

Alexander Lott.

Alexander Lott: Let us add Väinameri ice roads to UNESCO heritage list

sports

Johanna Talihärm.

Estonia's Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics opening ceremony flag bearers announced

Eneli Jefimova.

Swimmer Eneli Jefimova shines in US college season-closing race meet

Daniil Glinka.

Estonia's Daniil Glinka climbs 33 places in ATP world rankings

Cross-country skiers on a public trail.

Skiers and walkers clash over sharing Estonia's popular trails

Elena Malõgina (photo taken 2022).

Tennis player Elena Malõgina wins big in Birmingham

foreign affairs

U.S. dollar and euro bills.

Economists: US dollar multi-year low both bad and good news for Estonia

Kristjan Prikk.

Ambassador: Estonia has long understood what US expects from Europe

Estonian Ambassador to the U.S. Kristjan Prikk.

President appoints US ambassador as Estonia's new top diplomat at NATO

Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson during the discussion.

Estonia's parliament adopts statement supporting people of Iran

ANOM smartphone services' customers were overwhelmingly from the criminal underworld, but one reseller claims politicians and those having affairs were among his customers too.

FBI controversial smartphone sting operation led to nearly 30 arrests in Estonia

science and research

A protest in support of same-sex marriage in Tallinn in 2020.

Study: Protests give voice to topics politics overlooks

The northern bat, the most adaptable and widespread species in urban areas.

National bat survey overlooking private cellars

Minister of Education and Research Kristina Kallas (Eesti 200) filling in as a substitute teacher.

New high school admissions system delayed, sparking concerns over applications

Mulks were among several neighboring regional groups represented at Seto Kingdom Day in Küllätüvä. August 3, 2019.

Study debunks regional myths, finds Estonians' personalities mostly alike

NICU entrance at Tallinn Children's Hospital.

Tallinn doctors want maternity care moved closer to children's hospital

culture

Opening of the exhibition

Gallery: Tallinn photo exhibition shows parallel realities behind Iron Curtain

Still from

Docpoint film festival underway, with noted Finnish filmmaker as special guest

The Orb at Station Narva in 2025.

British ambient house pioneers The Orb announce April Tallinn show

Puuluup on ETV show

Eurovision stars Puulup on new documentary: The director was hoping we'd fall out

'Greetings from Kanepi! Wish u were here' joint show debuts in Tallinn

features and interviews

Orm Oja.

Top chef: It is bleak when food markets turn into little more than stylish hangout spots

Franciso Martínez in Sillamäe.

Tales from the Estonian east: New book explores hidden secrets of the 'other Estonia'

Kersti Kaljulaid.

Former Estonian president on seeking another term: Politicians say I'm a real pain

The Danish and Estonian flags flying in the Danish King's Garden in Tallinn's Old Town.

The flag that fell from heaven: The legend forever binding Estonia and Denmark

Musta Leiva Shoyu made by Hiroaki Takeda and Kristjan Jekimov.

From scraps to shoyu: Tallinn chefs make soy sauce from Estonian black bread

watch again

Astrid Lindgren's great grandson Johan Palmberg.

Astrid Lindgren's great grandson: All the talent in our family went to Astrid

Bettany Hughes.

British historian Bettany Hughes: Estonians are really conversational people

The 2026 New Year's performance at the Estonia Concert Hall.

2026 New Year's performance from Estonia Concert Hall

NOËP (left) os one the Eesti Laul 2026 contestants.

All 12 Eesti Laul 2026 songs revealed on ETV Thursday evening

Svante Pääbo.

Nobel winner Svante Pääbo praises Estonia's scientific success story

tallinn

The plan covers 13 hectares next to the Kopli liinid developement in Põhja-Tallinn.

Tallinn resubmits Kopli detailed plan for residential, commercial area

A county bus in a bus lot next to Balti jaam in Tallinn.

Northern Estonian public transport fares to rise as joint ticket rolls out

Tallinn tram navigating late-spring snow. April 2024.

Harsh winter weather tests public transport, utilities and home safety

Carl the elephant is enjoying this winter at Tallinn Zoo.

Animals at Tallinn Zoo making the most of harsh winter weather

One of the new Škoda trolleybuses.

Trolleybuses returning to Tallinn this summer

tartu

High school students reflect on Tartu Peace Treaty's legacy in difficult times

The Kalevipoeg War of Independence memorial in Tartu.

Tartu, Tallinn to mark 106th anniversary of peace treaty on Monday

Hermon the Estonian draft horse.

Hermon the Estonian draft horse enjoying third winter in downtown Tartu

Tartu University Hospital's emergency department.

Tartu City Council votes against new hospital emergency fee for children

First section of Tartu's Sõpruse Bridge to re-open after renovation work

narva

Narva city council, with council leader Mihhail Stalnuhhin in the foreground.

Narva city council votes in favor of state bailout on winter heating

In 2024, demolition work began on old buildings at the border crossing point in Ivangorod.

Ivangorod border crossing reconstruction to be completed by end of 2026

Ida-Viru Vocational Center director: No students have quit over Estonian-language requirements

The new Narva City Government members. Mayor Raik is at left.

New Narva city government approved by just one vote

Mihhail Stalnuhhin.

Narva opposition files vote of no confidence against Council Chair Stalnuhhin

galleries

Estonian Military Academy's winter warfare course in Southeastern Estonia. January 2026.

Gallery: Extreme cold tests NATO cadets in Estonia's winter combat training

2026 Estonian Music Awards (EMA). January 2026.

Gallery: Sadu, Cash, Vennaskond and more shine at 2026 Estonian Music Awards

Denmark's Queen Mary and King Frederik greeting the pubic on Raekoja plats in Tallinn on January 27, 2026.

Galleries: Danish King Frederik X and Queen Mary visit Estonia

Tallinn's Club Hollywood planning to become multi-purpose event center

Anton Corbijn at the opening of his retrospective exhibition at Fotografiska Tallinn.

Gallery: Major Anton Corbijn retrospective opens at Fotografiska Tallinn

news in simple Estonian

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podcasts

Ari Matti Mustonen has appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience and been warm up act at his live show as well.

Feature | Estonia's English-language podcasts, all in the one place

Tallinn Airport.

Estonia Explained part seven: Why are you here?

Maarja Merivoo-Parro.

Estonia Explained part six: The language has issues

Estonia Explained part five: What is with the sauna?

Maarja Merivoo-Parro.

Estonia Explained part four: A Thousand Years of Multi-culti

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