Estonia has recently been in the news due to various incidents involving Russia, including alleged GPS interference, apprehension of suspects for sabotage, and the placement of Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas on Russia's wanted list. Additionally, concerns have been raised about potential conflicts with Russia in the future, as highlighted by Estonia's foreign intelligence service. Furthermore, Estonia's decision to permit the opening of a non-diplomatic representative office in Tallinn for Taiwan, despite objections from China, has also garnered attention.
Estonia, officially known as the Republic of Estonia, is a country located in Northern Europe on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. It shares its borders with Russia to the east and Latvia to the south, while being separated from Finland by the Gulf of Finland to the north. Estonia gained independence from Russia in 1918, was occupied by the Soviet Union during World War II, and later became part of the Soviet Union until regaining independence in 1991. The country is known for its digital advancements, being one of the most digitally advanced societies in the world with a high level of internet penetration and e-governance. Estonia is a member of the European Union, NATO, and the Schengen Area.