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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Dear Prime Minister Jetten and friends in the Netherlands, enjoy the celebration of King’s Day 🇳🇱. We are proud allies and good partners, united by shared European values and long-standing ties in culture and education. Looking forward to building on our strong partnership.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

An important step was taken in supporting Ukraine. Now we must keep up the momentum and move forward with enlargement. EU leaders gather in Cyprus for #EUCO, starting with an exchange of views with President Zelenskyy. The agenda also covers the Middle East, energy prices, security, and the MFF.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Good news on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine. But we must keep the pace. Peace will not come from compromises with the aggressor. It comes from strength. And this support helps Ukraine hold the line. The 20th sanctions package is done. Work on the next ones is already under way. Pressure stays.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Impressed to witness #LockedShields, led by @ccdcoe with 41 nations. Cyber resilience goes beyond borders - it requires constant learning and sharing best practices. A strong example of government, private sector, and academia working together. The same model is behind Estonia’s digital success.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Joined discussions today on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, convened by @EmmanuelMacron and @Keir_Starmer. Freedom of navigation is a shared concern. Estonia is ready to help ensure safe passage as soon as conditions permit.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

The Coalition of the Willing demonstrated its commitment to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine. Joint statement 👇

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Greenland is an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Decisions about Greenland belong to Greenland and Denmark alone. Estonia stands in full solidarity with our Nordic-Baltic Ally.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

The #EUCO concluded in the early hours of Friday. Ukraine was the most important issue on the table. €90 billion will keep Ukraine in the fight for a just and lasting peace. Ukraine will receive the support it needs. Time is not on Russia’s side.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Estonia stands with Poland and Donald Tusk, strongly condemning the sabotage on the Warsaw–Lublin railway, vital for supporting Ukraine. Those behind hostile acts against EU and NATO members must be exposed. Our response must be united.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Grateful for the strong support at the UN Security Council. Russia’s violation of Estonian airspace was a provocation against NATO & the EU that cannot be tolerated. Aggression must never be treated as normal.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

This morning, 3 Russian Mig-31 fighter jets entered Estonian airspace. NATO fighters responded and the Russian planes were forced to flee. Such violation is totally unacceptable. The Government of Estonia has decided to request NATO Article 4 consultations.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Glad to see you in Tallinn again, @eucopresident.consilium.europa.eu. Expect bold decisions at the next #EUCO that increase our support to Ukraine and pressure on Russia. Need to move ahead with Ukraine’s accession! Funding and building big EU defence projects must begin already before next MFF.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Putin hopes his games tire the democratic world, but our unity and resolve have proven otherwise. Today’s VTC is a clear example. Security guarantees must be defined by those who seek and provide them. Russia has no say in Ukraine’s future - or the future of Europe and NATO.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

A drone wreck with signs of explosion was found in Southern Estonia yesterday. No injuries reported. Russia has long used GPS jamming and other EW tactics to disrupt regional air and sea traffic. Estonia will respond by building layered air defence, including a drone wall.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Friends. Allies. Partners. 🇪🇪🤝🇫🇮 A memorable morning fishing off the coast of West Estonia. Congratulations on the biggest catch today, @PetteriOrpo. Will be waiting for the rematch.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Today we honor the victims of communism and nazism. The secret pact between Stalin and Hitler led to the deadliest war in human history. Europe was divided, millions were killed and even more suffered. Let’s learn from history. Only Ukraine can decide its future. No one else.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

34 years ago today, Estonia reclaimed its independence. 🇪🇪 It is an encouraging reminder from history. The will of people is ultimately more powerful than any occupation built on lies and violence. With courage and resolve, even the smallest can bring empires to their knees.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Good VTC with the Coalition of the Willing. It is essential to coordinate our positions at this critical time. We must focus on Ukraine’s security guarantees. This means key parameters as close as possible to Article 5. Estonia will do its share. 🇪🇪🤝🇺🇦

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Despite diplomatic efforts, Russia continues its killings and refuses ceasefire. Putin’s drones and missiles struck Ukraine again. Nice words won’t help. We must keep up the pressure. Now is the time to back Ukraine stronger than ever. Estonia stands with Ukraine. 🇪🇪🤝🇺🇦

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

The strongest backers of Ukraine reaffirm support for its sovereignty and territorial integrity. We remain committed to military aid, diplomacy, pressure on Russia. No borders changed by force. No decisions on Ukraine without Ukraine. No decisions on Europe without Europe.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

After one year in office, a lot has been done. From historic decision to boost defence spending to 5%, to desynchronising the Baltic grid from Russia and on reducing bureaucracy. And the work continues. Sincere thank you to all friends and Allies for your support.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

The EU has just agreed on one of its strongest sanctions packages yet against Russia. Lowering the oil price gap directly reduces the Kremlin's ability to fund the war. Our pressure must increase to force Putin to stop the killing. This is the way to a just and lasting peace.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Tonight, Putin launched its biggest attack yet on Ukrainian civilians. Targets included apartment buildings, a school and a hospital. Russia’s cruelty will not stop unless we force it to. That means acting now: a strong 18th sanctions package and more aid for Ukraine.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Twice in a decade, Estonians from across the globe gather in Tallinn to sing, dance, and celebrate our culture and freedom. Every singer and dancer has an important role to play. No one is insignificant. Together and united, even the smallest will become big. 🇪🇪

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Putin needs conflict, like fish need water, to keep his regime in power. Without conflict, people in Russia would start asking questions - where is my son, husband, assets? This is why everyone in NATO must increase their defence spending, as we agreed. www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

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Estonia's PM: Everyone should reach 5% defence spending, even Spain

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Kristen Michal urged all NATO members, including Spain, to meet the 5% GDP defence spending target, emphasising the risks the continent faces from Russia. #Eur...

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Historic decision! NATO Allies agreed to raise defence spending to 5%. Thankful to @SecGenNATO and @POTUS for their leadership in facilitating the agreement. Now we must show joint effort to deliver what we promised. And we will. #WeAreNATO

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

In Hague to make NATO stronger. My main message - if everyone would invest to defence like Estonia, no one would even dare to think about testing NATO’s nerves. Only by acting today can we ensure lasting peace for our people.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Honoured to participate at my first #NATOsummit Leaders’ dinner. The presence of Volodymyr Zelenskyy sends a clear message - NATO stands with Ukraine. NATO membership continues to be the best security guarantee for Ukraine. And NATO needs Ukraine too – to make our Alliance stronger.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

On my way to #NATOsummit in Hague with Hanno Pevkur and @tsahkna.bsky.social. NATO is the strongest security Alliance in the world, keeping our people safe and war away from our borders. To keep it like this, all Allies must raise defence spending. Estonia will reach over 5% already next year.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Today we celebrate our Victory Day. Estonia has risen from the ashes of war twice. We have created a free and democratic country with strong Allies and friends around the world. We have a lot to be proud of. And we will never forget the past sacrifices that made this possible.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Estonia has over 100,000 reservists. Last year, nearly one in four took part in military exercises. But even the strongest need support. That is why we celebrate Reservists’ Week - to honor those who serve and those who stand behind them. Security is our shared responsibility.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Honoured to open the 8th #InformEU plenary. This time in Tallinn. Not only drones are flying in Europe - so do lies. Every day, on every screen. This is why fighting disinformation matters. To ensure trusted and united Europe where democracy is seen as a source of strength.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Shocked by the tragic news about the school shooting in Graz. Estonia stands with Austria in this difficult time, Christian Stocker. 🇪🇪🇦🇹 Violence has no justification. Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Glad to welcome you to Tallinn, Pham Minh Chinh, the first Prime Minister of Vietnam to visit Estonia. We made good progress today in strengthening our digital cooperation and trade ties. Security of our regions is interconnected, so we must work together to safeguard a rules-based world order.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Today, we celebrate the 141th birthday of our beautiful national flag. 🇪🇪 The first Estonian flag remains the world’s oldest national flag preserved in its original form. For generations, the blue-black-white has united us, brought joy, and given hope. May it continue to do so.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Today is the Day for Protection of Children. In Europe, the biggest threat to their safety is Putin’s war. Russia has killed hundreds of Ukrainian children and forcibly deported dozens of thousands. We cannot give up our support. Children in Ukraine deserve a better tomorrow.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Russia is still not interested in peace - it only understands pressure and strength. The 18th EU sanctions package must be adopted without delay and hit where it hurts the most. Ukraine has the right to choose its future and Alliances. Russia has no say in this.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Highlighted at #LennartMeriConference: #Ukraine stands for Europe’s future. Sustaining support is our strategic self-defence. Security and prosperity go hand in hand. Estonia is committed to supporting Ukraine’s army and boosting European defence. Ukraine also belongs in the EU and NATO.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Dear Tommy Cash, you made Estonia so proud today. Me oleme Sinu üle nii uhked 🇪🇪 Congratulations to Austria for winning the Eurovision.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Thank you, @cnbc.com, for this timely chat on Europe’s security and competitiveness. Investing in defence means free and wealthy Europe. It's that simple. Estonia is showing the way. Next four years, our defence expenditure will be over 5% of our GDP. cnb.cx/4ksbusR

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Estonia's defense spending will be at least 5% of GDP starting from next year, country's prime minister says

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal discusses European competitiveness and security on the sidelines of the European Political Community meeting in Tirana, Albania.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Happy Constitution Day, dear Jonas Gahr Støre and everyone celebrating in Norway. 🇪🇪🤝🇳🇴 Norway and Estonia are close friends, allies and partners. We truly value our close cooperation in many areas as we build a stronger and safer region.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Visited the grand military exercise #HedgeHog2025. 🇪🇪 Over 16,000 soldiers are participating this year, of whom 5000 are from 14 Allied countries. Thankful to every single one of you. Estonia’s defence is in safe hands. #WeAreNATO

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

The EU has agreed on the 17th sanctions package. 🇪🇺 Pressure on Russia increases, as Putin has chosen to continue the killings. We will further squeeze Russia’s shadow fleet - the fuel for Putin’s war and threat to our environment.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Espresso macchiato - a secret weapon for getting through a busy workday and lighting up the grand stage of Eurovision. Good luck in Basel tonight, Tommy Cash! 🇪🇪

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

The NB8 stands with Ukraine on the path to just and lasting peace. We call Russia to accept the unconditional, immediate ceasefire for 30 days. Only this can pave the way for negotiations. If Putin decides to continue the killings, our response will be resolute.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Discussed with @Newsweek why in #Estonia you are likely to meet more entrepreneurs and intellectuals than in many other places. Our only path forward is quality - that’s why we invest in proactive public services, innovation and smart AI use. www.newsweek.com/how-estonia-...

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How Estonia is advancing AI in government, business and education

The 34-year-old country has promoted itself as a global leader in digitization and sees the AI revolution as an opportunity to build on that foundation.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Glad to further strengthen the JEF through enhanced partnership with Ukraine. Working together on military exercises, but also learning from each other about modern warfare and new technology is beneficial for both of us. We believe in Ukraine – our support remains unshakable. #JEFTogether

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Today, we celebrate #EuropeDay - 75 years since European integration began. 🇪🇺 Estonia has been in the EU for over two decades, building and shaping its future with partners. And the journey continues. Looking forward to soon welcoming new members into the European family.

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Kristen Michal @kristenmichalpm.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

In Oslo for the JEF Leaders' Summit. 🇳🇴 Appreciate Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy joining us via video call. Our aim can be nothing less than just and lasting peace.

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