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Latvia’s prime minister proposes banning the transit of Russian grain through the Baltic states to force Moscow to open the Black Sea. This would support Ukraine’s exports.
Mark Rutte said that NATO has not detected preparations by Russia for an attack, but considers it a long-term threat. The Alliance is ready to respond to aggression.
Lithuania imposed national sanctions against Usmanov and Fridman after they were removed from the EU list. They were also banned from entering the country.
Germany has become the fifth donor to the Ukraine Transport Support Fund, increasing its pledged funding to €4. 1 million. The funds will go toward infrastructure, locomotives, and equipment.
The prime ministers of Estonia and Latvia and the president of Lithuania called on the EU to ban the transit of Russian grain. The issue will be considered next week.
Ukraine and Estonia discussed new contributions to PURL and air defence funding. The Drone Deal is intended to open the export of Ukrainian weapons to Estonia.
IKEA stores in Denmark could become shelters or temporary hospitals during crises. Europe is involving businesses in civil preparedness.
Johann Wadephul said that Putin may have plans concerning Georgia, Moldova, the Baltic states and Poland. He called Russia's imperialism a threat to Europe.
Russia may try to destabilize NATO through acts of sabotage, drones, and limited operations. The expert believes that the allies have enough strength to fight back.
The EU is discussing increased scrutiny of Russian diplomats due to hybrid attacks. So far, only two countries have introduced a strict transit permit requirement.
Estonia is transferring a brigade to Jõhvi, 50 km from the border with the Russian Federation, and implementing an active defense strategy. The country is purchasing HIMARS and Chunmoo.
The diplomatic missions of Italy, Spain, Sweden, Germany and other countries said they would remain in Kyiv. Russia threatened new strikes.
17 EU countries demand that nearly €900 billion for agricultural and regional policy be preserved in the 2028–2034 budget. The initiative is coordinated by Italy and Romania.
Estonia has imposed a ban on the transportation of Russian and Belarusian grain through its territory in response to Russia's blockade of grain exports from Ukraine.
The US has charged five people linked to the preparation of assassination attempts against Russian opposition figures. There is no evidence of a personal order from Putin.
Matthew Whitaker said that Russia’s hybrid actions should prompt the allies to provide even greater support for Ukraine. Estonia and Germany link recent incidents to Russia.
European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius called on the EU to strengthen its response to hybrid attacks attributed to Russia. He spoke out against dialogue with the Kremlin.
In the summer of 2026, more than two million commercial flights were operated in the EU. At the same time, jet fuel prices rose by 71% from their pre-crisis level.
Sybiha condemned the arson attack on Milrem Robotics, which Estonia links to Russia, and called on Europe to strengthen sanctions and expose sabotage networks.
Estonia established the involvement of Russian special services in the arson attack on Milrem on August 15. Tallinn summoned Russia’s chargé d’affaires.
Kyiv customs officers confiscated 19th-century cultural valuables bound for the United States and Estonia. No permits for their export were provided.
Lithuania added Usmanov and Fridman to its persona non grata list after the EU sanctions were lifted. Latvia and Estonia are preparing similar measures.
The EU will not vote on extending Tesla’s FSD authorization on October 6. The decision may be made at the earliest at a committee meeting in December.
Experts do not expect a total shortage, but advise keeping a small reserve. UNN explains what container to choose and how long to store fuel.
Lithuania and Poland are assessing the logistics and infrastructure for evacuating residents of the Baltic countries. Particular attention will be paid to the Suwałki Corridor.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
Emmanuel Macron approved talks on Latvia's participation in the French nuclear deterrence initiative. Paris will also strengthen air defense.
Latvia has already imposed national sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman, while Estonia is preparing a similar decision after the EU restrictions are lifted. Ukraine has called on other countries to follow this example.
Lithuania’s Seimas approved a proposal for an amendment to lift the constitutional ban on weapons of mass destruction and foreign military bases. 99 lawmakers voted in favor.
The Russian Federation has introduced restrictions in the border zone with Estonia until September 26. Estonia sees no immediate threat.