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Margus Tsahkna

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Margus Tsahkna

@Tsahkna

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia 🇪🇪 @MFAestonia

Estonia, Eesti

Joined March 2009

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Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
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Pleased to welcome the news that the Russia sanctions bill championed by late Senator @LindseyGrahamSC and Senator @SenBlumenthal has secured the necessary support in the U.S. Senate. Once enacted, this package will strike directly at the core of Russia’s war economy, hitting
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 17
Today, I welcomed India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry @PiyushGoyal and @IndianDiplomacy delegation to Tallinn. We discussed ways to deepen economic cooperation between Estonia and India. The EU-India Free Trade Agreement presents significant opportunities to strengthen
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 17
Estonia supports further measures. Those who fuel Russia’s war machine and enable deadly attacks on Ukrainian civilians will face consequences. We will continue to increase pressure on the aggressor by every available means.
EU Council Press
@EUCouncilPress
Jul 17
In view of Russia’s recent deadly strikes on Kyiv on 1 July @EUCouncil lists Irina Kharisova & 5⃣ entities within the ABS Electro Group They are part of the 🇷🇺 military-industrial complex + involved in drone manufacturing/energy sector 👇 link.europa.eu/Gkj6Tr #StandwithUkraine
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 17
12 years ago today, Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down, killing 298 innocent people. As we honour the victims and stand with their families, we reaffirm that justice demands accountability. Russia must accept responsibility for this tragedy.
Ukraine: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the occasion of...
From consilium.europa.eu
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 17
"We can't always talk about supporting Ukraine, and then on the other hand give visas to Russian citizens." Commissioner @magnusbrunner is right. It's time to bring the number of visas issued to Russian citizens down even further.
EU visas must be reduced for Russians, commissioner says
From rte.ie
Margus Tsahkna reposted
MoD Estonia
@MoD_Estonia
Jul 16
The UK is strengthening its military presence in Estonia. A landmark 🇬🇧–🇪🇪 Defence Roadmap will increase the UK deployment to around 1,200 troops equipped with advanced weapons and drones, pre-position equipment for rapid reinforcement, and deepen defence industry cooperation.
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 15
Ukraine’s battlefield expertise, from drone innovation to complex air‑defence systems and rapid tactical adaptation, is now Europe’s most advanced. The newly signed EU–Ukraine Defence Industrial Partnership and Drone Deal significantly deepen our defence cooperation. They
Ursula von der Leyen
@vonderleyen
Jul 15
Replying to @vonderleyen
Ukraine has in many ways become to a net security provider for Europe. And that also entails a new way of working together. This is why today we're launching a new EU-Ukraine Defence Industrial Partnership. link.europa.eu/GyJYDM
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 15
As Ukraine builds strategic momentum, the Kremlin’s insecurity is sharpening. This is exactly when pressure bites hardest, and when Russia’s isolation must deepen, not ease. Any pause now would give Moscow what it craves: space to regroup and recalibrate. Ukraine’s partners
RBC-Ukraine
@NewsUkraineRBC
Jul 15
Read the column written exclusively for RBC-Ukraine by Estonian Foreign Minister @Tsahkna 'Europe's leverage comes from keeping Russia isolated' newsukraine.rbc.ua/opinion/europe…
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 15
Wishing a very happy Statehood Day to my good colleague, Foreign Minister @andrii_sybiha, and to the people of Ukraine. Your bravery, fortitude, and persistent drive to defend your freedom, and the security of all of Europe, command deep respect and admiration. Estonia remains
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 14
Every step towards EU enlargement makes Europe stronger. Today's opening of Cluster 6 for Ukraine and Moldova unlocks the transformative power of EU accession through reforms that bring both countries closer to membership. The remaining negotiation clusters should now follow
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 14
My dear friend @BudrysKestutis , congratulations on your reappointment as Lithuania's Foreign Minister! Glad we'll continue working together, side by side. Estonia and Lithuania share the same commitment to a stronger Europe, a stronger NATO, and unwavering support for
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 14
Estonia's reserve army is the backbone of our national defence. This year, it's especially personal, as my eldest son is among the more than 700 young people beginning their military service. I wish every new conscript strength and resilience as they prepare to become our next
Estonian Defence Forces | Eesti Kaitsevägi
@Kaitsevagi
Jul 13
More than 700 young people began 11 months of compulsory military service across the Estonian Defence Forces today. 🫡 They will train as unit leaders, specialists and drivers, building the skills and teamwork needed to defend Estonia. 🇪🇪 📸 1st Lt. Aleksander Espenberg, Sgt.
Margus Tsahkna reposted
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський
@ZelenskyyUa
Jul 14
Last night, the Russians launched 135 drones and 10 missiles of various types, most of them ballistic, against our cities and communities. Seven people were injured in the Kharkiv region, including a child. Ordinary residential buildings, a gas station, and railway infrastructure
Margus Tsahkna
@Tsahkna
Jul 14
Happy Bastille Day to my colleague and friend @jnbarrot and to the people of France! Estonia and France stand together for a strong, secure and united Europe. 🇪🇪🤝🇫🇷 Joyeuse Fête nationale ! Vive l’amitié franco-estonienne ! @francediplo @francediplo_EN