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Estonia to close all border crossing points with Russia from December 1

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna announced the closure of all border crossings with Russia from December 1. The decision is linked to a failed arson attempt in the night of November 14 at the defense company Threod Systems, which, according to the Internal Security Service, was ordered by the GRU. Eight Latvian citizens have been detained.

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Estonia detains suspects over attempted arson at drone maker Threod Systems; PM links attack to the GRU

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal said that on the night of Saturday an attempt was made to blow up and set fire to the facility of drone manufacturer Threod Systems near Tallinn on the orders of Russian military intelligence (the GRU). According to him, thanks to enhanced security measures and the swift actions of law enforcement, serious damage was prevented, and the suspects have been detained. This is already the second such incident involving an Estonian defense company in recent months.

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