Estonian authorities have decided to close all border crossings with Russia starting December 1, 2026. The measure follows suspicions of an attempted act of sabotage against Threod Systems, a company that makes military drones.
Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna said the decision affects three crossings: Narva, Luhamaa and Koidula. Pedestrians and freight traffic are currently allowed through these crossings.
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The suspicions stem from the arrest of eight Latvian citizens accused of trying to enter Threod Systems’ premises near Tallinn. According to investigators, they intended to cause an explosion and set fire to the facility.
Estonia’s Internal Security Service, KAPO, suspects the operation was ordered by Russia’s military intelligence agency, the GRU.
Prime Minister Kristen Michal said the border closures are intended to reduce security threats and prevent Russian intelligence services from using the crossings.
Interior Minister Igor Taro said Estonian citizens and truck drivers currently in Russia will have two weeks to return to Estonia. However, it is unclear whether the measure will be temporary or remain in place indefinitely.
Estonia, a member of NATO and the European Union, has presented the decision as a step to strengthen national security in the face of suspected hostile Russian activities.
