Congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election as the Bishop of Rome. Wishing him wisdom and strength in his sacred mission.

Estonia ranks 2nd in @rsf.org 2025 World Press Freedom Index—our highest position ever! Safeguarding free media & journalists' rights is vital for democracy & requires vigilance. We're proud to co-chair Media Freedom Coalition to champion press freedom & independent journalism.

🇪🇪 21 years in the European Union — Estonia is Europe, and Europe is Estonia. We are committed to a united, free Europe — and to Ukraine’s future in our Union. Their future is our future

Today marks 3⃣9⃣ years since the Chornobyl nuclear disaster. Yet the threat to nuclear safety has not passed. Russia’s illegal seizure of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant endangers millions in Ukraine and across Europe. This cannot be ignored.

Today Russia struck a residential area in Kryvyi Rih, killing at least 14 people, incl six children, injuring more than 50 others. Russia seeks war, not peace & the attacks against civilians, incl children are brutal proof of it. My condolences to the loved ones of the victims.

The ICC is a cornerstone of justice and accountability, essential for maintaining a rules-based global order. Hungary's decision to withdraw from the Rome Statute is deeply concerning. We strongly urge Hungary to rethink this step for the betterment of international justice.

In Stockholm today, Estonian Perm. Rep. Aino Lepik von Wirén & Director of Intl. Orgs & Human Rights, Rasmus Lumi, joined the NB8 @coe.int consultations. Key focus: strengthening Council of Europe's role in tackling current geopolitical and global challenges.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of life and devastation caused by the wildfires in the Gyeongsang region of Korea. Our thoughts are with everyone affected & our sincere condolences to the loved ones of the victims.

Happy Independence Day to our friends in Bangladesh!

On Belarus #FreedomDay, Estonia 🇪🇪 continues to support everyone standing for democracy, human rights & independence. The future of a free & democratic Belarus is with the European family of nations.

We send warmest greetings to the people of Tunisia on their Independence Day!

I had the pleasure of meeting 🇰🇷 Vice FM Kim Hong-Kyun today in Tallinn where the Korean Embassy was opened. 🇪🇪 & 🇰🇷 are united by common values & principles. We discussed perspectives of stepping up cooperation & the shared security challenges we face.

Estonia is deeply concerned about the escalation of conflict in Gaza, resulting in the tragic loss of innocent lives. We call on resuming negotiations aimed at safe return of all hostages, providing lasting peace & security.

Today, EU extended sanctions against 2⃣4⃣0⃣0⃣ individuals who undermine Ukraine’s territorial integrity & sovereignty. Hungary’s once again showed its true colours- its actions led to the removal of three oligarchs from the list, undermining core European security interests.

I welcome news from Ukraine & US talks in Jeddah, incl a proposal for interim ceasefire & US decision to resume military assistance, intelligence sharing with Ukraine. It’s an important step towards a just & lasting peace in Ukraine. The responsibility rests solely on Russia.

Great consultations today under Estonia's chairship of Freedom Online Coalition on WSIS+20! Multistakeholder input is crucial to foster inclusive information societies. We encourage everyone to work with us to enhance it. Thank you Canada and The Netherlands for co-hosting!

FM @tsahkna.bsky.social will visit Paris from 10 to 11 March to enhance the strategic partnership between Estonia & France. He will open an Estonian Business Hub, meet with Minister for Europe & Foreign Affairs @jnbarrot.bsky.social & Minister Delegate for Europe Benjamin Haddad.

Today, we celebrate women’s strength and resilience. Estonia champions women's rights globally, empowering women in developing countries & advocating for gender equality. Happy International Women's Day!

Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania & the UK had a video meeting today & the messages coming from London affirm that a critical majority of Europe is likeminded. The next step should be a coalition of the willing to give military aid and security guarantees to Ukraine. More here 👇 vm.ee/en/news/fore...

We live free here in #Estonia 🇪🇪 thanks to brave men and women who stood up to tyranny and declared all peoples have the right to self-determination. That’s why on Estonian Independence Day, as every day, we #StandWithUkraine. Got a moment? Let us tell you a story. 🧵

It's #Estonia's 1⃣0⃣7⃣th birthday today! Our lessons from history inspire us to stand for justice, freedom, & the right to choose one's own path. Elagu Eesti!

The political agreement on the 16th sanctions package for Russia is very much welcome. Russia has and continues to channel its resources towards annihilating #Ukraine. As long as Russia has not changed its course, the #EU will continue to raise the cost of war for it.

Held a phone call with Ukraine's FM Andrii Sybiha. A just & lasting peace can only be reached from a position of strength & when Ukraine has credible security guarantees. Estonia’s support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity is unwavering. 1/2

3 days in Washington, over 20 meetings on the Hill & a discussion with special envoy for Ukraine & Russia Keith Kellogg. Together with @baibabraze.bsky.social 🇱🇻 & Kęstutis Budrys 🇱🇹 we emphasised the importance of strong NATO, strong transatlantic relationship & strong Ukraine.

#Estonia prepared for all scenarios during our synchronisation with #Europe. But we could never have predicted that Estonia’s nature-inspired designer pylons would get so many new international fans. 🤗

It’s another historic day for European integration. #Estonia, #Latvia, & #Lithuania have now unplugged from Russia’s power grid. 🧵 Here’s how our new connection as part of #Europe will turbocharge energy security. (Also, check out Estonia’s nature-inspired pylons!)

Today, #BalticStates take a strategic step to strengthen our energy security as we disconnect from Russian power grid. We will join our electricity system with continental Europe - where we belong. Grateful for the effective cooperation with #Latvia #Lithuania #Poland & support from #EU #USA & #UK

In a joint letter 12 likeminded countries, including Estonia call on #G7 to take additional steps to reduce Russia's revenues from selling its energy carriers. 1/3 of Russia’s revenues & 2/3 of its exports are linked to energy carriers. With these revenues Russia funds its aggression in #Ukraine.

We are delighted to celebrate together with our ambassador to #Israel Veikko Kala who will receive a state decoration from President Alar Karis to recognize his efforts in civil service. Our heartfelt congratulations to him!

We must bring justice to the victims. Estonia remains committed to creating a tribunal that overcomes immunities & allows prosecution of crime of aggression as a leadership crime based on the Rome Statute. Looking forward to initiating formal process within the Council of Europe.

#OTD 10 years ago: 4 February 2015, #Estonia signed the Accession Agreement to the ESA Convention to become the 21st @esa.int Member State. @mfaestonia.bsky.social @eeineu.bsky.social

Don’t miss our live-streamed Transatlantic Forum featuring: 🔵@tsahkna.bsky.social, Estonian Minister of Foreign Affairs (@mfaestonia.bsky.social) 🔵Philippe Lavigne, Former Supreme Allied Commander Transformation HQ, NATO 🔵Stefan Lindström, Ambassador of Digitalization & Technology, Finnish MFA

It was delightful to meet FM Caspar Veldkamp in the #Hague. #Estonia is grateful to Netherlands’ contribution to the defence of @NATO Eastern Flank incl Air Policing Mission in Ämari. We must do more to protect our values & hold Russia accountable for its war in #Ukraine & hybrid activities.

While in the #Hague I met IntlCrimCourt's KarimKhanQC & President, Judge Tomoko Akane to discuss fighting impunity, Russia's accountability & investigation on the situation in #Ukraine. The ICC is an integral part of the rules based international order.

It was a pleasure meeting OPCW Director General Fernando Arias in the #Hague to discuss documenting the use of chemical weapons in #Ukraine. Investigations are essential to attribute the attacks committed in Ukraine, identify the perpetrators & hold them accountable.

The brutal crackdown on peaceful protesters, journalists and politicians tonight in Tbilisi is unacceptable. Georgia falls short of any expectation from a candidate country. The EU stands with the people of Georgia in their fight for freedom and democracy.

The Republic of Estonia received its "birth certificate" 1️⃣0️⃣5️⃣ years ago today. The Tartu Peace Treaty, signed 2 February 1920, brought an end to a war of aggression and cemented our sovereignty in international law. Here's what we learned about negotiating with an aggressor. 🧵 1/17

It’s a moment to celebrate! 20-year-old Niina Petrõkina has made history by winning the first-ever #EuroFigure title for #Estonia! Congratulations, Niina!

Yesterday, Undersecretary Martin Roger hosted our colleagues from @swedishmfa.bsky.social for political consultations where the main topics on the agenda were the security situation in our region, #Ukraine, Nordic-Baltic cooperation & of course the excellent relations between #Estonia & #Sweden.

Estonia condemns the escalation of conflict by M23, supported by RDF, in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo & persistent violation of #IHL. This undermines African-led efforts to reach a peaceful resolution to the conflict & deepens the disastrous humanitarian crisis.

Today we remember the 6 million Jewish people & all those murdered during the Holocaust. It is our duty to learn from this dark moment & stand up against discrimination, intolerance, racism & xenophobia. #Neveragain’ must not remain mere words, it must be turned into reality.

#EU sanctioned3️⃣members of RU’s military intelligence for a cyberattack against #Estonia. Last year 🇪🇪 attributed the attack to the perpetrators, with international support, including from Allies & partners. We continue working to uphold security, values in cyberspace.

Congratulations @simonharrisireland.bsky.social on your appointment as Tánaiste & Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade & Defence of #Ireland 🇮🇪. I look forward to further deepening 🇪🇪🤝🇮🇪 relations. Thank you Micheal Martin & congratulations on being appointed as Taoiseach of 🇮🇪

#Estonia is honoured to Chair the Freedom Online Coalition for 2025. "Internet freedom has been declining for the past 14 years & with like-minded countries & partners across the world, we must stand up for & advance #humanrights & #democracy," UnderSecretary Minna-Liina Lind

Welcomed #CBSSwisepersons @ilvestoomas.bsky.social & @glandsbergis.bsky.social in #Tallinn today. A close & broad cooperation with like-minded countries in the #BalticSea is becoming highly important. During Estonia´s #CBSS Presidency we'll focus on changing the security environment of the region.

We condemn the politically motivated verdict of the Russian court against the lawyers of Alexei Navalny Vadim Kobzev, Alexei Liptser & Igor Sergunin. The charges against them are another step in silencing dissent in Russia & undermining the universal principle of Rule of Law.

Congratulations to Georg Georgiev on being appointed as the Foreign Minister of #Bulgaria 🇧🇬. I look forward to enhancing 🇪🇪🤝🇧🇬 relations & continuing cooperation as partners in the #EU🇪🇺 & Allies in NATO .

Warmly welcome the launch of NATO’s Enhanced Vigilance activity “Baltic Sentry”announced by @SecGenNATO. NATO is present. On land, at sea and in air. #StrongerTogether

The #USA’s decision on deepening cooperation with NB8 in defending critical infrastructure is very welcome. The closer our cooperation with our Allies in @NATO & partners, the better defended we are. We will continue boosting our cooperation. www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-roo...