Estonia’s border town emerges as key flashpoint in NATO–Russia tensions 

Estonia has strengthened security in Narva, a strategic border town facing Russia across the Narva River, as the war in Ukraine continues to reshape Baltic regional security.

The crossing between Estonia and Russia has been reinforced with defensive barriers, while vehicle traffic remains closed. Eerik Purgel, Estonia’s regional border chief, said the measures reflect growing security concerns along the NATO–Russia frontier.

Estonia has expanded defence preparations and social reforms affecting Russian-speaking communities. Mayor Katri Raik said residents remain wary due to proximity to Russia and regional tensions.

Key developments:

• Voting rights for Russian citizens and stateless residents in local elections have been revoked.

• Education reforms are shifting schools towards Estonian-language instruction.

• Narva’s population includes Estonian citizens, Russian nationals, and approximately 7,000 stateless residents.

ℹ️ Euronews, AFP via Macau Business

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The image displays two medieval fortresses on opposite sides of the Narva River, which serves as the international border between Estonia and Russia. (PHOTO: KONSTANTIN SEDNEV)
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