Estonia to Close Border with Russia Following Sabotage Attempt
Estonia has announced the closure of its land border with Russia starting December 1, following a foiled sabotage attack on a drone factory.
Estonian authorities have announced plans to close the country's land border with Russia effective December 1, as part of measures to bolster national security.
The decision follows the successful thwarting of a sabotage attempt that targeted a local facility dedicated to manufacturing drones.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna accused Russian military intelligence of being behind the sabotage attempt, asserting that the nation will not tolerate threats to its stability.
Prime Minister Kristen Michal confirmed that eight individuals from Latvia have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Officials in Tallinn emphasized that the border closure is a direct response to attempts to destabilize the country, warning that hostile acts against national security will face clear consequences.
As of now, the Kremlin has not issued any official comment regarding the accusations made by Estonian officials.