Estonia in the EU
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Permanent Representation of #Estonia to the #EU
Amb Kyllike Sillaste-Elling, Permanent Representative
Amb Katrin Juhandi, DPR
Amb Lauri Kuusing, PSC
Discover more at https://eu.mfa.ee/
Amb Kyllike Sillaste-Elling, Permanent Representative
Amb Katrin Juhandi, DPR
Amb Lauri Kuusing, PSC
Discover more at https://eu.mfa.ee/
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EU leaders are meeting tomorrow in Brussels for the European Council.
Preparations are well under way: from room setups to mic checks, we’re making sure everything is ready for the summit.
Take a sneak peak inside an EU summit ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajLdpWJuZaw
#EUCO
Preparations are well under way: from room setups to mic checks, we’re making sure everything is ready for the summit.
Take a sneak peak inside an EU summit ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajLdpWJuZaw
#EUCO
October 22, 2025 at 12:10 PM
EU leaders are meeting tomorrow in Brussels for the European Council.
Preparations are well under way: from room setups to mic checks, we’re making sure everything is ready for the summit.
Take a sneak peak inside an EU summit ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajLdpWJuZaw
#EUCO
Preparations are well under way: from room setups to mic checks, we’re making sure everything is ready for the summit.
Take a sneak peak inside an EU summit ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajLdpWJuZaw
#EUCO
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Putin hopes his games tire the democratic world, but our unity and resolve have proven otherwise. Today’s VTC is a clear example.
Security guarantees must be defined by those who seek and provide them. Russia has no say in Ukraine’s future - or the future of Europe and NATO.
Security guarantees must be defined by those who seek and provide them. Russia has no say in Ukraine’s future - or the future of Europe and NATO.
September 4, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Putin hopes his games tire the democratic world, but our unity and resolve have proven otherwise. Today’s VTC is a clear example.
Security guarantees must be defined by those who seek and provide them. Russia has no say in Ukraine’s future - or the future of Europe and NATO.
Security guarantees must be defined by those who seek and provide them. Russia has no say in Ukraine’s future - or the future of Europe and NATO.
It was a real pleasure to host Estonian President Alar Karis
in Brussels for a lively discussion with our colleagues and Estonians working at the EU on these challenging times.
Thank you for your encouraging words!
in Brussels for a lively discussion with our colleagues and Estonians working at the EU on these challenging times.
Thank you for your encouraging words!
September 4, 2025 at 1:40 PM
It was a real pleasure to host Estonian President Alar Karis
in Brussels for a lively discussion with our colleagues and Estonians working at the EU on these challenging times.
Thank you for your encouraging words!
in Brussels for a lively discussion with our colleagues and Estonians working at the EU on these challenging times.
Thank you for your encouraging words!
It’s that bittersweet time of year again when ambassadors bid farewell to their outstanding experts embarking on new roles to achieve great things.
Thank you for your hard work. You’ll always be welcome back.
Wishing you fair winds and smooth sailing on your new adventures!
Thank you for your hard work. You’ll always be welcome back.
Wishing you fair winds and smooth sailing on your new adventures!
July 25, 2025 at 2:01 PM
It’s that bittersweet time of year again when ambassadors bid farewell to their outstanding experts embarking on new roles to achieve great things.
Thank you for your hard work. You’ll always be welcome back.
Wishing you fair winds and smooth sailing on your new adventures!
Thank you for your hard work. You’ll always be welcome back.
Wishing you fair winds and smooth sailing on your new adventures!
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The killing of civilians seeking aid in Gaza is indefensible.
I spoke again with Gideon Sa'ar to recall our understanding on aid flow and made clear that IDF must stop killing people at distribution points.
All options remain on the table if Israel doesn’t deliver on its pledges.
I spoke again with Gideon Sa'ar to recall our understanding on aid flow and made clear that IDF must stop killing people at distribution points.
All options remain on the table if Israel doesn’t deliver on its pledges.
July 22, 2025 at 10:06 AM
The killing of civilians seeking aid in Gaza is indefensible.
I spoke again with Gideon Sa'ar to recall our understanding on aid flow and made clear that IDF must stop killing people at distribution points.
All options remain on the table if Israel doesn’t deliver on its pledges.
I spoke again with Gideon Sa'ar to recall our understanding on aid flow and made clear that IDF must stop killing people at distribution points.
All options remain on the table if Israel doesn’t deliver on its pledges.
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The EU has just agreed on one of its strongest sanctions packages yet against Russia.
Lowering the oil price gap directly reduces the Kremlin's ability to fund the war.
Our pressure must increase to force Putin to stop the killing. This is the way to a just and lasting peace.
Lowering the oil price gap directly reduces the Kremlin's ability to fund the war.
Our pressure must increase to force Putin to stop the killing. This is the way to a just and lasting peace.
July 18, 2025 at 6:26 AM
The EU has just agreed on one of its strongest sanctions packages yet against Russia.
Lowering the oil price gap directly reduces the Kremlin's ability to fund the war.
Our pressure must increase to force Putin to stop the killing. This is the way to a just and lasting peace.
Lowering the oil price gap directly reduces the Kremlin's ability to fund the war.
Our pressure must increase to force Putin to stop the killing. This is the way to a just and lasting peace.
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We are standing firm.
The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions package against Russia to date.
We’re cutting the Kremlin’s war budget further, going after 105 more shadow fleet ships, their enablers, and limiting Russian banks’ access to funding. (1/3)
The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions package against Russia to date.
We’re cutting the Kremlin’s war budget further, going after 105 more shadow fleet ships, their enablers, and limiting Russian banks’ access to funding. (1/3)
July 18, 2025 at 6:22 AM
We are standing firm.
The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions package against Russia to date.
We’re cutting the Kremlin’s war budget further, going after 105 more shadow fleet ships, their enablers, and limiting Russian banks’ access to funding. (1/3)
The EU just approved one of its strongest sanctions package against Russia to date.
We’re cutting the Kremlin’s war budget further, going after 105 more shadow fleet ships, their enablers, and limiting Russian banks’ access to funding. (1/3)
Today at #FAC, Estonia’s key messages:
1. Ukraine’s air defence is a matter of life and death. Must send more military aid to Ukraine quickly.
2. Lowering the oil price cap hits Russia where it hurts most—oil revenues. The 18th sanctions package should be adopted asap.
#StandWithUkraine
1. Ukraine’s air defence is a matter of life and death. Must send more military aid to Ukraine quickly.
2. Lowering the oil price cap hits Russia where it hurts most—oil revenues. The 18th sanctions package should be adopted asap.
#StandWithUkraine
Foreign affairs ministers discussed:
➡️ the 18th package of sanctions on Russia
➡️ military support to Ukraine
➡️ situation in the Middle East, including Gaza and Israel’s compliance with art.2 of the EU-Israel Association Agreement
➡️ Georgia
➡️ the Pact for the Mediterranean
🔗 europa.eu/!QndNY3
#FAC
➡️ the 18th package of sanctions on Russia
➡️ military support to Ukraine
➡️ situation in the Middle East, including Gaza and Israel’s compliance with art.2 of the EU-Israel Association Agreement
➡️ Georgia
➡️ the Pact for the Mediterranean
🔗 europa.eu/!QndNY3
#FAC
July 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Today at #FAC, Estonia’s key messages:
1. Ukraine’s air defence is a matter of life and death. Must send more military aid to Ukraine quickly.
2. Lowering the oil price cap hits Russia where it hurts most—oil revenues. The 18th sanctions package should be adopted asap.
#StandWithUkraine
1. Ukraine’s air defence is a matter of life and death. Must send more military aid to Ukraine quickly.
2. Lowering the oil price cap hits Russia where it hurts most—oil revenues. The 18th sanctions package should be adopted asap.
#StandWithUkraine
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The EU has adopted new sanctions in view of:
📌 the situation in Haiti
📌 actions destabilising Moldova
📌 human rights violations in Iran
What are sanctions? How are sanctions adopted?
Find out all the answers ➡️ europa.eu/!3NgRcc
📌 the situation in Haiti
📌 actions destabilising Moldova
📌 human rights violations in Iran
What are sanctions? How are sanctions adopted?
Find out all the answers ➡️ europa.eu/!3NgRcc
Sanctions
Find out why and how the EU adopts sanctions, and where in the world sanctions apply.
europa.eu
July 15, 2025 at 1:51 PM
The EU has adopted new sanctions in view of:
📌 the situation in Haiti
📌 actions destabilising Moldova
📌 human rights violations in Iran
What are sanctions? How are sanctions adopted?
Find out all the answers ➡️ europa.eu/!3NgRcc
📌 the situation in Haiti
📌 actions destabilising Moldova
📌 human rights violations in Iran
What are sanctions? How are sanctions adopted?
Find out all the answers ➡️ europa.eu/!3NgRcc
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Tonight, Putin launched its biggest attack yet on Ukrainian civilians. Targets included apartment buildings, a school and a hospital.
Russia’s cruelty will not stop unless we force it to.
That means acting now: a strong 18th sanctions package and more aid for Ukraine.
Russia’s cruelty will not stop unless we force it to.
That means acting now: a strong 18th sanctions package and more aid for Ukraine.
July 4, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Tonight, Putin launched its biggest attack yet on Ukrainian civilians. Targets included apartment buildings, a school and a hospital.
Russia’s cruelty will not stop unless we force it to.
That means acting now: a strong 18th sanctions package and more aid for Ukraine.
Russia’s cruelty will not stop unless we force it to.
That means acting now: a strong 18th sanctions package and more aid for Ukraine.
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In light of the new security challenges created by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU and its member states are taking bold steps to boost their defence readiness and capabilities.
Find out how the EU complements and redoubles member states’ individual efforts ⤵️
europa.eu/!j6bXdD
Find out how the EU complements and redoubles member states’ individual efforts ⤵️
europa.eu/!j6bXdD
June 26, 2025 at 11:38 AM
In light of the new security challenges created by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU and its member states are taking bold steps to boost their defence readiness and capabilities.
Find out how the EU complements and redoubles member states’ individual efforts ⤵️
europa.eu/!j6bXdD
Find out how the EU complements and redoubles member states’ individual efforts ⤵️
europa.eu/!j6bXdD
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Russia’s goal is not peace.
Today, we're ramping up pressure on Russia with an 18th package of hard-biting sanctions.
Targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors.
→ europa.eu/!qG9bx3
Today, we're ramping up pressure on Russia with an 18th package of hard-biting sanctions.
Targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors.
→ europa.eu/!qG9bx3
June 10, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Russia’s goal is not peace.
Today, we're ramping up pressure on Russia with an 18th package of hard-biting sanctions.
Targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors.
→ europa.eu/!qG9bx3
Today, we're ramping up pressure on Russia with an 18th package of hard-biting sanctions.
Targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors.
→ europa.eu/!qG9bx3
Excited to welcome Katrin Juhandi back to Brussels as Estonia’s new Deputy Permanent Representative to the EU!
With her extensive experience —serving as Mertens during our EU Presidency and most recently as EU Sherpa—she is a perfect fit for our seat at the Coreper I table.
With her extensive experience —serving as Mertens during our EU Presidency and most recently as EU Sherpa—she is a perfect fit for our seat at the Coreper I table.
May 28, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Excited to welcome Katrin Juhandi back to Brussels as Estonia’s new Deputy Permanent Representative to the EU!
With her extensive experience —serving as Mertens during our EU Presidency and most recently as EU Sherpa—she is a perfect fit for our seat at the Coreper I table.
With her extensive experience —serving as Mertens during our EU Presidency and most recently as EU Sherpa—she is a perfect fit for our seat at the Coreper I table.
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Every inch of Russia’s war has been documented.
It leaves no room for doubt. And no room for impunity.
Today we take a decisive step towards justice by agreeing to establish a Special Tribunal to ensure that those responsible for aggression against Ukraine are held accountable.
It leaves no room for doubt. And no room for impunity.
Today we take a decisive step towards justice by agreeing to establish a Special Tribunal to ensure that those responsible for aggression against Ukraine are held accountable.
May 9, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Every inch of Russia’s war has been documented.
It leaves no room for doubt. And no room for impunity.
Today we take a decisive step towards justice by agreeing to establish a Special Tribunal to ensure that those responsible for aggression against Ukraine are held accountable.
It leaves no room for doubt. And no room for impunity.
Today we take a decisive step towards justice by agreeing to establish a Special Tribunal to ensure that those responsible for aggression against Ukraine are held accountable.
Head Euroopa päeva! Happy #EuropeDay!
Watch as #EU ambassadors come together to send their best wishes for Europe Day.
#Estonia proudly sits at the heart of decision-making, working to deliver opportunities, prosperity, and security across the EU.
Watch as #EU ambassadors come together to send their best wishes for Europe Day.
#Estonia proudly sits at the heart of decision-making, working to deliver opportunities, prosperity, and security across the EU.
May 9, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Head Euroopa päeva! Happy #EuropeDay!
Watch as #EU ambassadors come together to send their best wishes for Europe Day.
#Estonia proudly sits at the heart of decision-making, working to deliver opportunities, prosperity, and security across the EU.
Watch as #EU ambassadors come together to send their best wishes for Europe Day.
#Estonia proudly sits at the heart of decision-making, working to deliver opportunities, prosperity, and security across the EU.
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🎉 It’s 9 May, and that means it’s #EuropeDay!
📅 9 May is more than just a date on the calendar – it is a symbol of hope, progress and the enduring spirit of European unity.
It marks a turning point in our history and a vision for a better future together.
Find out more 👇
europa.eu/!TtRccm
📅 9 May is more than just a date on the calendar – it is a symbol of hope, progress and the enduring spirit of European unity.
It marks a turning point in our history and a vision for a better future together.
Find out more 👇
europa.eu/!TtRccm
May 9, 2025 at 6:30 AM
🎉 It’s 9 May, and that means it’s #EuropeDay!
📅 9 May is more than just a date on the calendar – it is a symbol of hope, progress and the enduring spirit of European unity.
It marks a turning point in our history and a vision for a better future together.
Find out more 👇
europa.eu/!TtRccm
📅 9 May is more than just a date on the calendar – it is a symbol of hope, progress and the enduring spirit of European unity.
It marks a turning point in our history and a vision for a better future together.
Find out more 👇
europa.eu/!TtRccm
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Today, we celebrate #EuropeDay - 75 years since European integration began. 🇪🇺
Estonia has been in the EU for over two decades, building and shaping its future with partners.
And the journey continues. Looking forward to soon welcoming new members into the European family.
Estonia has been in the EU for over two decades, building and shaping its future with partners.
And the journey continues. Looking forward to soon welcoming new members into the European family.
May 9, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Today, we celebrate #EuropeDay - 75 years since European integration began. 🇪🇺
Estonia has been in the EU for over two decades, building and shaping its future with partners.
And the journey continues. Looking forward to soon welcoming new members into the European family.
Estonia has been in the EU for over two decades, building and shaping its future with partners.
And the journey continues. Looking forward to soon welcoming new members into the European family.
Today marks Marten Kokk's last day as our Coreper I Amb.
Despite the Covid-19 and energy crises, and russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, his warmth, thoughtfulness, and humor never wavered.
All the best in your new position as Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate of Estonia, Marten!
Despite the Covid-19 and energy crises, and russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, his warmth, thoughtfulness, and humor never wavered.
All the best in your new position as Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate of Estonia, Marten!
March 31, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Today marks Marten Kokk's last day as our Coreper I Amb.
Despite the Covid-19 and energy crises, and russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, his warmth, thoughtfulness, and humor never wavered.
All the best in your new position as Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate of Estonia, Marten!
Despite the Covid-19 and energy crises, and russia's full-scale war against Ukraine, his warmth, thoughtfulness, and humor never wavered.
All the best in your new position as Secretary General of the Ministry of Climate of Estonia, Marten!
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We know what Russia is about. Estonia is investing in defence - from 2026 at least 5%. Now we must also aim for common EU funding.
On competitiveness, simpler and fewer rules are an absolute must. I am also calling to postpone the ETS2 for transport and buildings.
#EUCO
On competitiveness, simpler and fewer rules are an absolute must. I am also calling to postpone the ETS2 for transport and buildings.
#EUCO
March 20, 2025 at 12:18 PM
We know what Russia is about. Estonia is investing in defence - from 2026 at least 5%. Now we must also aim for common EU funding.
On competitiveness, simpler and fewer rules are an absolute must. I am also calling to postpone the ETS2 for transport and buildings.
#EUCO
On competitiveness, simpler and fewer rules are an absolute must. I am also calling to postpone the ETS2 for transport and buildings.
#EUCO
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The White Paper and #ReArm Europe Plan by the @ec.europa.eu both send a strong signal - no more excuses not to raise defence investments.
Let’s keep up the momentum. We need real common action to fill critical capability gaps. There is no time to waste.
Let’s keep up the momentum. We need real common action to fill critical capability gaps. There is no time to waste.
March 19, 2025 at 2:14 PM
The White Paper and #ReArm Europe Plan by the @ec.europa.eu both send a strong signal - no more excuses not to raise defence investments.
Let’s keep up the momentum. We need real common action to fill critical capability gaps. There is no time to waste.
Let’s keep up the momentum. We need real common action to fill critical capability gaps. There is no time to waste.
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Thank you, @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu, for a call to prepare our next steps.
Europe needs to show that we are serious about having Ukraine’s back. Promises must be followed up by actions.
To raise competitiveness, the key is simplification. Our businesses need it.
Europe needs to show that we are serious about having Ukraine’s back. Promises must be followed up by actions.
To raise competitiveness, the key is simplification. Our businesses need it.
March 18, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Thank you, @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu, for a call to prepare our next steps.
Europe needs to show that we are serious about having Ukraine’s back. Promises must be followed up by actions.
To raise competitiveness, the key is simplification. Our businesses need it.
Europe needs to show that we are serious about having Ukraine’s back. Promises must be followed up by actions.
To raise competitiveness, the key is simplification. Our businesses need it.
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Estonia will increase its defence spending to at least 5% of our GDP from next year.
Our aim is clear - to make any aggression against us unfeasible.
Russia has not changed its goals and imperialistic ambitions. This is a real threat to both Europe and NATO.
Our aim is clear - to make any aggression against us unfeasible.
Russia has not changed its goals and imperialistic ambitions. This is a real threat to both Europe and NATO.
March 18, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Estonia will increase its defence spending to at least 5% of our GDP from next year.
Our aim is clear - to make any aggression against us unfeasible.
Russia has not changed its goals and imperialistic ambitions. This is a real threat to both Europe and NATO.
Our aim is clear - to make any aggression against us unfeasible.
Russia has not changed its goals and imperialistic ambitions. This is a real threat to both Europe and NATO.
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Ukraine must feel unwavering support, while Russia must face relentless pressure.
This is the formula that helps to advance on the path to just & lasting peace.
#FAC @eucouncil.bsky.social
This is the formula that helps to advance on the path to just & lasting peace.
#FAC @eucouncil.bsky.social
March 17, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Ukraine must feel unwavering support, while Russia must face relentless pressure.
This is the formula that helps to advance on the path to just & lasting peace.
#FAC @eucouncil.bsky.social
This is the formula that helps to advance on the path to just & lasting peace.
#FAC @eucouncil.bsky.social
Excited for today’s 🇪🇺 #EnergyCouncil!
Before the Council, Ministers 🇪🇪 @yokoalender.bsky.social &
🇱🇻 Kaspars Melnis, along with #FriendsOfRenewables 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇨🇾, 🇩🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇬🇷, 🇪🇸, 🇮🇪, 🇮🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇱🇹, 🇲🇹, 🇳🇱, 🇵🇹, met with @ec.europa.eu & @poland25eu.bsky.social to discuss energy security, renewables, & cutting costs.
Before the Council, Ministers 🇪🇪 @yokoalender.bsky.social &
🇱🇻 Kaspars Melnis, along with #FriendsOfRenewables 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇨🇾, 🇩🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇬🇷, 🇪🇸, 🇮🇪, 🇮🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇱🇹, 🇲🇹, 🇳🇱, 🇵🇹, met with @ec.europa.eu & @poland25eu.bsky.social to discuss energy security, renewables, & cutting costs.
March 17, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Excited for today’s 🇪🇺 #EnergyCouncil!
Before the Council, Ministers 🇪🇪 @yokoalender.bsky.social &
🇱🇻 Kaspars Melnis, along with #FriendsOfRenewables 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇨🇾, 🇩🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇬🇷, 🇪🇸, 🇮🇪, 🇮🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇱🇹, 🇲🇹, 🇳🇱, 🇵🇹, met with @ec.europa.eu & @poland25eu.bsky.social to discuss energy security, renewables, & cutting costs.
Before the Council, Ministers 🇪🇪 @yokoalender.bsky.social &
🇱🇻 Kaspars Melnis, along with #FriendsOfRenewables 🇦🇹, 🇧🇪, 🇨🇾, 🇩🇪, 🇩🇰, 🇬🇷, 🇪🇸, 🇮🇪, 🇮🇹, 🇱🇺, 🇱🇹, 🇲🇹, 🇳🇱, 🇵🇹, met with @ec.europa.eu & @poland25eu.bsky.social to discuss energy security, renewables, & cutting costs.