A statement from the Finnish president's office described the call as "a follow-up of the meeting in Oslo on October 20 and held in consultation with Ukraine."

The call was initiated by Finland and Norway, which border Russia, and its aim "was to convey messages directly regarding future negotiations to help to end the war to President Putin." The statement said it was related to the upcoming meetings in Abu Dhabi between Russia and Ukraine.

While Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was critical of Tuesday's call, Tsahkna said that only increased pressure on Russia will make it take peace negotiations seriously.

He added that there is currently no indication whatsoever that Russia has changed its strategic objectives or is genuinely interested in negotiations.

Only increased pressure on Russia will make it take peace negotiations seriously. Every contact with Russia must convey Europe's unity and determination to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia, while making clear that Europe will not negotiate away the fundamental principles underpinning its security. Ukraine wants peace, and Estonia supports all efforts to achieve it. But there is no indication that Russia has changed its strategic objectives or is genuinely interested in negotiations. Russia's goal is not merely to seize parts of Ukraine, but to subjugate the entire country and undermine Europe's security order, founded on NATO and the EU. A just and lasting peace requires increased pressure on Russia, tighter sanctions, action against sanctions evasion, Russia's international isolation and unwavering support for Ukraine. We must show Russia through concrete action that, as long as its war continues, pressure will remain strong and Ukraine's supporters will not abandon it.

— Margus Tsahkna (@Tsahkna) October 27, 2026

Putin believes that Western support for Ukraine may weaken, which is why he remains motivated to continue the war, Tsahkna said.

"As long as Putin believes that time is on his side, he will continue the war," the minister said, referencing Russia's recent attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.

He added that it was important to Estonia that every contact with Russia conveys Europe's unity and determination to support Ukraine and maintain pressure on Russia.

"It is also important to make clear that Europe will not negotiate over the fundamental principles underpinning its security arrangements. These include the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, the understanding that borders cannot be changed by force, and every country's right to decide its own security arrangements," he added.

The eight Nordic and Baltic countries are some of the strongest supporters of Ukraine and often coordinate positions and release joint statements.

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