
Uncertainty Remains Over Delayed U.S. Weapons Deliveries to Estonia
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur and the U.S. Embassy's Deputy Chief of Mission, Matthew E. Wall, confirmed that U.S. weapons shipments to Estonia are en route but could not provide exact delivery dates, emphasizing the importance of stability.

Baltic States Uncertain About New US Troop Rotation Schedule
Following reports that Lithuania is unaware of the arrival date for the next rotation of US forces, Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur also confirmed similar uncertainty regarding their new US troop deployment.

Estonian Defense Minister Most Trusted, Economy Ministers Unknown in Poll
A recent Emor survey reveals that Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur remains Estonia's most trusted minister, while several newer cabinet members, particularly those in economy-related portfolios, are largely unknown to the public.

Pevkur and Mihkelson Become Longest-Serving Estonian Minister and MP
Hanno Pevkur has become the longest-serving government minister in Estonia with 4,227 days in office, while Marko Mihkelson is now the longest-serving Riigikogu member, having served over 23 years and six parliamentary compositions.

Estonia Pledges €110 Million in Aid to Ukraine, Focusing on Drones
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur announced that Estonia will allocate approximately €110 million (0.25% of its GDP) to support Ukraine in 2026, with a primary focus on drones and counter-UAV systems.

Estonian Defense Ministry Plans to Simplify Drone Use
Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur has proposed new defense aviation rules aimed at streamlining the procurement and use of drones for military purposes.

Defense minister: Explosion in Pskov region was likely a fuel depot
Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur (Reform) said a large explosion at a Russian military base in Pskov, near Estonia, was likely a fuel depot.
Estonian Defense Minister leaves UAE by land due to closure of airports in Middle East
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, who was in Dubai when the US operation against Iran began, left the United Arab Emirates and reached Oman by land due to airspace closures in the region.

Estonia Receives First IRIS-T SLM Air Defense System
Estonia's first medium-range IRIS-T SLM air defense system was delivered to Ämari Air Base on Monday, significantly enhancing the country's air defense capabilities, according to Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur.

Estonia Lacks Clarity on Future US Troop Rotations
Estonia's Minister of Defense, Hanno Pevkur, stated that the country has no clear information regarding future rotations of US troops, following similar reports from Lithuania.

Estonian and British defense ministers affirm steadfast cooperation
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur and his British counterpart affirmed the unwavering defensive cooperation and continued British presence in Estonia.

Turkish Company ARCA to Produce Munitions for Estonian Defense Forces
Turkish company ARCA, which is constructing an ammunition plant in Estonia, has confirmed its plans to begin producing long-range artillery ammunition for the Estonian Defense Forces. This development was announced by Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur.

Ukraine and Estonia Defense Ministers Sign Cooperation Memorandum
The defense ministers of Ukraine, Mykhailo Fedorov, and Estonia, Hanno Pevkur, have signed a memorandum of cooperation aimed at expanding collaboration between the two countries' defense industries.

Estonia Secures Deal for 155mm Munitions Factory
Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced that an agreement has been reached with a manufacturer to establish a 155-millimeter munitions factory in the country.

Defense minister most popular member of goverment
Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur is the most trusted member of the ruling Reform-Eesti 200 coalition, a new survey by pollster Emor shows.

Estonian defense minister arrives in Oman from Dubai
Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, who was in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates during the airstrikes against Iran launched Saturday by the U.S. and Israel, had reached Oman by Monday.

Estonia to Build New Military Base Near Russian Border
Estonia announced plans to begin construction this year on a new defense forces base in Narva, a city located near the Russian border. The announcement was made by Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkurs, highlighting a strengthening of national defense.

Construction of Estonian Defense Force's Narva Base to Begin This Year
Construction of the Estonian Defense Force's new base in Narva, located on Estonia's eastern border with Russia, is set to commence later this year. Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur confirmed the plans during a visit to Ida-Viru County.

Estonian Defense Minister Discusses Risks of Downing Drones
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur stated that risks on the ground always remain when bringing down a drone, even after an incident where a drone crashed a few hundred meters from a residential building.

Estonia and Ukraine Sign Defense Industry Cooperation Agreement
Estonia's Minister of Defense, Hanno Pevkur, signed a Letter of Intent with Ukraine to establish a framework for defense industry cooperation, which includes promoting joint production efforts.

US Arms Delivery Delays Affect Estonia
Estonia's Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur announced that delays in US arms deliveries will likely last longer than a few weeks, following a phone call with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Defense Minister: US Continues Peace Mediation Efforts in Ukraine
Estonian Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur confirmed after meeting with U.S. Secretary of the Army Daniel P. Driscoll in Washington that the United States has not abandoned its efforts to mediate peace in Ukraine.

Due to airports closed in the Middle East, Estonian Defense Minister left UAE by land
Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur, who was in Dubai when the US operation against Iran began, left the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and reached Oman by land, as the airspace in the region is closed,...