Kaja Kallas @kajakallas@respublicae.eu

Had a good talk with the French President @EmmanuelMacron before #EUCO kicks off.
We agreed that European defence needs a decisive lift. We will have a thorough discussion on it around the EUCO table later today. https://t.co/dNXEmJIG7u

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674367368670183429

My messages at #EUCO:
The new security reality demands new solutions.
European defence needs a decisive lift. We need deterrence credible enough to stop Russia's aggression and avoid war.
Let's build a combat-effective Europe able to provide for transatlantic security. 1/ https://t.co/ik2uspOxUq

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674388901115445249

I was glad to meet @vonderleyen.
We need a joint approach within the EU that would allow the use of #Russia’s frozen assets to compensate war damages.
#Ukraine is a victim of Russia’s war and must be compensated by Russia. It is unfair for our taxpayers to pay for destruction. https://t.co/sc75esdRA0

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674209672193007621

Had a good meeting with @alexanderdecroo ahead of #EUCO.
Later shared the stage with him at @AmChamEU gala #AmChamEU60 discussing the importance of transatlantic relations for the prosperity and security of Europe. https://n.respublicae.eu/AmChamEU/status/1674091499040931841
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AmCham EU: We understand clearly that every connection has two sides. Make sure you’re connected with friends adds @kajakallas, highlighting the importance of joining with likeminded partners 🇪🇺🇺🇸
#AmChamEU60 https://t.co/HAH6TjOXjO
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🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674164300179468289

Good meeting with @jensstoltenberg.
#NATO is and will remain the cornerstone of a peaceful Euro-Atlantic area.
Our collective effort must be twofold: strengthening deterrence and defence and keeping our political promises by putting #Ukraine on the path to NATO membership. https://t.co/CIC2EpNQWm

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674081238095732737

Glad to meet with my good friend @RobertaMetsola.
We must not blur the focus in our support to #Ukraine.
European defence also needs a truly decisive lift. This means adjusting our defence industry to a new security footing. For this we need another EU-wide strategic effort. https://t.co/maOOiMa9pS

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1674036133997543426

Thank you @CharlesMichel for a good discussion ahead of #EUCO.
My focus: use of Russia’s frozen assets for Ukraine's reconstruction, accountability, boosting European defence.
We must keep raising the price of aggression for #Russia and make sure we cut its cycle of aggression. https://t.co/VpIpUhf7xW

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1673985137116078080

Spoke to @Nieuwsuur. The war in Ukraine can only end with Ukraine’s victory. The war ends when Russia goes back to Russia.
This will not happen overnight. That is why it's so important that we don't get tired in supporting Ukraine.
Aggression as a policy tool cannot pay off.
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Nieuwsuur: We interviewden Kaja Kallas, de premier van Estland. Ze spreekt over de toekomst van Poetin, Europese steun aan Oekraïne en de vrees dat de Russen haar land binnenvallen. https://t.co/z0kjBjJedj
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🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1673781634657574914

I met with the departing French Ambassador @LamourouxEric.
Thank you for bringing #Estonia and #France even more closer together.
Estonia truly appreciates France as a staunch NATO ally and your military presence in Estonia. https://t.co/BZs2CqIumo

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1673387525459542018

Ukrainian Ambassador @Mariana_Betsa has worked in Estonia for the past five years at a very difficult time for her country.
We have had excellent cooperation. Thank you and good luck in your next challenges.
#Estonia stands with #Ukraine as long as it takes.
Slava Ukraïni! https://t.co/2V42XEBNPs

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1673389074856419334

RT Hanah Lahe: PM @kajakallas took a few minutes off to enjoy my mini park in front of the Parliament! 🌼 https://t.co/apTV3A54mS

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/hanah_lahe/status/1668975671710822400

It is important to keep #Schengen open and #EU borders secure as I discussed with like-minded colleagues ahead of #EUCO.
We must prioritise new migration partnerships and safe third country arrangements with appropriate funding, and prevent irregular migration. https://t.co/TPRqycXfZm

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1669035248661716996

A very strong call from #Estonia's Parliament to break Russia's cycle of aggression and establish a special international tribunal under the auspices of the UN General Assembly.
It's the first time a national parliament has adopted such a statement but I believe not the last.
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Riigikogu: 🇪🇪Parliament demands holding to account individually those involved in planning, preparation, launching and committing …

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/16693061604893

My government is moving ahead with working on a solution for using sanctioned assets from #Russia to compensate war damages to #Ukraine.
Estonia is the first EU country to work on such a solution. Hope it offers a model for others.
🔗https://valitsus.ee/en/news/estonia-working-solution-using-sanctioned-assets-compensate-war-damages-ukraine
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Estonian MFA 🇪🇪 | 🌻 #StandWithUkraine: #Estonia is preparing natio…

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/16693977646549

Aitäh!
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Regina Bauer 🇪🇪🇪🇺🇺🇦🇫🇮 🇸🇪 ✙: Happy birthday to our wonderful @kajakallas!
Queen of the elves of northern forests, who’s name can be translated as “Echo of the Shore”, a great friend and a supporter of Ukraine, a person who knows russia firsthand and explains it to the West.
Palju õnne! https://t.co/I5CTlNcXBk
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🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1670723727116451841

RT Kusti Salm
The combat readiness of a reserve army stands on motivated reservists. They in turn need employers, who support them while they serve their nation.
Today we decorated 50 most outstanding 🇪🇪 companies for their commitment to national defence. https://t.co/CJZnXmyiRw

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/KustiSalm/status/1670840000047464448

The contribution of our whole society is what makes Estonian national defence truly strong.
My deep respect and gratitude to the Estonian companies who received today the recognition from @MoD_Estonia for voluntary supporting national defence.
Let your example inspire others. https://t.co/js4TIGBpMC

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1670874080411545601

It's official: #Estonia has legalised marriage equality. We join other Nordic nations with this historic decision.
I'm proud of my country. We're building a society where everyone’s rights are respected and people can love freely.
The decision will enter into force from 2024. https://t.co/tQJdO70eEo

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1671075778593792002

Warm congratulations, @PetteriOrpo, on your appointment as Prime Minister of #Finland.
Estonia and Finland are the closest of friends, neighbours and allies. I look forward working with you in strengthening this bond, helping Ukraine and ensuring stability in Europe. https://t.co/KgijsD3vUB

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1671114089823715331

Met with the EU Ambassadors.
My message ahead of #EUCO: we must urgently find a way to use Russian frozen assets for rebuilding Ukraine.
Thanked #Sweden for their leadership during the past 6 months and wished the best of luck to #Spain for their presidency of the EU Council. https://t.co/7JwJ8xPzgO

🐦🔗: https://n.respublicae.eu/kajakallas/status/1671226745704284181