Russian border guards crossed into Estonia with unclear motives, minister says
2 days ago
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- #international incidents
- #Russia-Estonia relations
- Russian border guards crossed into Estonia without permission, motives unclear.
- Incident occurred near Vasknarva breakwater, no direct security threat to Estonia.
- Estonian border guards recorded the incident and increased patrols in response.
- Meeting scheduled with Russian border representatives for explanation.
- Estonia questions the inconsistent quality of Russian border guard personnel.
- Historical agreement requires Russian vessels to request access to Lake Peipus via Estonian territory.
- Recent years have seen an increase in border violations by Russia.
- Estonia has constructed bypasses around disputed areas like Saatse Boot.