Estonia accuses Russia of ordering arson attack on drone manufacturer Milrem Robotics
Estonian authorities have accused Russian intelligence services of ordering an arson attack that took place last month against a building in Tallinn belonging to drone manufacturer Milrem Robotics. Estonia’s foreign minister Margus Tsahkna and the country’s Internal Security Service (KAPO) issued statements on Sept. 29. The fire broke out at the Estonian manufacturer’s building on the night of…
Estonia has accused Russian intelligence services of ordering an arson attack on a building belonging to drone manufacturer Milrem Robotics in Tallinn last month. The fire broke out on the night of August 14 at the Estonian company's facility. Milrem Robotics produces unmanned military ground vehicles, some of which are utilized in Ukraine.
No one was injured, and the company confirmed the incident did not impact production or deliveries. Three individuals suspected of carrying out the arson were subsequently detained in Latvia, with Latvian citizenship confirmed. Estonian Prime Minister Krišjānis Michals stated that investigators are investigating the possibility of Russian involvement in the incident.
Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna confirmed that the fire was a deliberate act of sabotage ordered by Russian intelligence services, asserting that it is part of Russia's campaign to intimidate Estonia and weaken support for Ukraine. Estonia plans to bolster its support for Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia to cease its aggression. The Russian government has dismissed the allegations as "unfounded" and "ill-considered."
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