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Foreign minister blames Russian sabotage for defence firm arson

Foreign minister Margus Tsahkna stated that an arson attack at the defence technology company Milrem Robotics was an act of sabotage ordered by Russian special services.

Prime Minister Kristen Michal presented a €21.3bn state budget to parliament that boosts spending on defence and pensions while cutting healthcare funding. The opposition warned the plan puts the country on a course to bankruptcy.

Separately, the minister of social protection called for urgent crisis consultations.

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Prime Minister Presents Budget to Parliament Amidst Opposition Criticism

Prime Minister Kristen Michal is presenting the state budget, totaling 21.3 billion euros, to the Riigikogu. The budget plan includes increased funding for defense and pensions, but also features reductions in healthcare, drawing sharp criticism from the opposition who warn of national bankruptcy.

Minister Calls for Crisis Talks on Ambulance Reorganization

Minister of Social Protection Signe Riisalo has called for urgent crisis consultations, though the specific details of the ambulance reorganization prompting the meeting were not provided.

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