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Estonia Foils Russian Hybrid Operation, Arrests 10

The operation aimed at sowing discord within the country was thwarted by security services, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions.

  • Estonia's security services have thwarted a Russian hybrid operation, arresting 10 individuals involved in acts of vandalism and sabotage.
  • The operation aimed to spread fear and create tension within Estonian society, targeting democratic institutions and public figures.
  • Among those arrested are both Russian nationals and dual Russian-Estonian citizens, with six remaining in custody.
  • The Estonian government has been vocal about the threat, with Prime Minister Kaja Kallas highlighting the Kremlin's targeting of democratic societies.
  • This incident comes amid heightened scrutiny of Estonia's stance on Soviet-era monuments and its support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.
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