Marge Mardisalu-Kahar
@MargeKahar
#Estonian 🇪🇪 Ambassador to #Georgia 🇬🇪 & #Armenia 🇦🇲
#OTD 85 years ago, the U.S. issued the Welles Declaration, refusing to recognize the USSR's illegal annexation of Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania. On the anniversary, Undersecretary @martinrogerEE & @USEmbTallinn CDA Matt Wall met to reflect on its enduring legacy. 🇪🇪🤝🇺🇸
Great news about 🇺🇦Ukrainian kids rescued from russian occupation. New hopes, new future and finally freedom at their home in Ukraine 💙💛 #BringKidsBack
Another 11 Ukrainian children have been brought home from temporarily occupied territories and the Russian Federation as part of the President’s initiative, Bring Kids Back UA. Aged between 10 and 17, these children endured a difficult journey to freedom, but now, they are…
Russia’s hybrid attacks won’t go unanswered. The EU, UK & partners continue to take coordinated action, including with sanctions. We will use all available tools to protect our institutions, infrastructure, and democracies. Statement on behalf of EU27: europa.eu/!mgYVJv
Russia has repeatedly violated the cyberspace of 🇪🇪, 🇬🇧 & other allies, exploiting digital vulnerabilities to sow division among Ukraine’s supporters & sustain its brutal war in 🇺🇦. But cyberspace is not lawless. It is governed by clear, binding rules & every violation must have…
Statement of condemnation by the North Atlantic Council concerning Russian malicious cyber activities Tap the image to read the statement ↓
I have signed a directive adding 19 more Georgian 🇬🇪officials to Estonia’s national sanctions list. Violence, politicized trials, and disproportionate punishments have no place in democracy. Estonia will continue to stand with Georgian civil society, independent media, and the…
🔵 Visa Suspension Mechanism: What to Know 📌 Visa-free travel depends on rights & freedoms 📌 2024 report raised serious concerns in 🇬🇪 EU issued 8 recommendations: bit.ly/3IPF0Lk 🗓 🇬🇪 must update EU by August ⚠️ If no progress, full suspension may follow.
Today, the EU adopted its 18th sanctions package to increase pressure on Russia: oil price cap lowered to $47,6, additional banks and 100+ ships sanctioned, Nord Stream pipelines restricted. Our message is clear — aggression has a price, and it will keep rising 📈.
#OTD 11 years ago, Russia shot down a civilian plane #MH17, killing 298 people. We remember the victims and continue to work to bring those responsible to justice.
Together with other fellow diplomats met today with @MziaAmaglobeli lawyers and @Batumelebi_ge, @netgazeti representatives. Mzia Amaglobeli is facing 7 years in prison. She has become a symbol of free media in Georgia.
Statement by the High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, @kajakallas , at the press conference of Foreign Affairs Council.
In Batumi today. Standing in solidarity with @Batumelebi_ge and @MAmaghlobeli. Without free media there’s no free society. 🇩🇰🇩🇪🇳🇴🇸🇪🇵🇱🇪🇪🇳🇱🇪🇺 @MediaFreedomC
🇪🇺 18 European Foreign Ministers strongly condemn Georgia’s slide into authoritarianism. We are deeply disturbed by arbitrary arrests, opposition crackdowns, and repressive laws that threaten Georgia’s democracy. Full statement 🔽
Joint statement of European Democracies 🇪🇺🇬🇧🇫🇷🇩🇪🇳🇴🇸🇪🇵🇱🇫🇮🇪🇸🇳🇱🇮🇪🇧🇪🇨🇿🇩🇰🇪🇪🇮🇸🇱🇹🇱🇻 “We, the Foreign Ministers of European democracies, are disturbed and deeply concerned at the deteriorating situation in Georgia.” 📄 Full statement: europa.eu/!6rkQgb
What we are witnessing in Georgia is far from anything we expect from a candidate country. Georgia’s democratic foundations are being eroded by the day,” said Commissioner @MartaKosEU at the EP plenary. 📅 The Foreign Affairs Council will discuss the situation next week.
The @ECHR_CEDH has made it clear: Russia has brutally violated the European Convention on Human Rights since 2014. This ruling is a crucial step toward justice & accountability - and 🇪🇪 stands with 🇺🇦 every step of the way. Every human rights violation must have consequences.
This past weekend, many of our colleagues took part in the XXVIII Song & XXI Dance Celebration #Iseoma. This centuries-old tradition continues to unite Estonians🇪🇪 - young and old, at home and abroad - reminding us that in unity, there is strength.
🇦🇲Tsaghkadzor hosted the 4th regional conference by #Tbilisi & Yerevan Schools of Political Studies to discuss democracy, #EU integration, civic culture & security in the South Caucasus. Special thanks to: 🇪🇪, 🇳🇴 Embassy in Tbilisi, 🇪🇺 in Georgia, Armenia
Warm congratulations to Denmark @larsloekke on assuming the EU Presidency. We look forward to advancing our shared priorities: security, unwavering support for Ukraine, a strong single market & green transition. Thank you, Poland @radeksikorski for your steadfast leadership.
I welcome the EU’s decision to extend economic sanctions against Russia. But let’s be clear: we must adopt the 18th sanctions package & it must include lowering the oil price cap. No more loopholes. No more delays. Ukraine needs action — not hesitation.
The EU and Armenia have never been closer. Today, we announced a political agreement on an ambitious Partnership Agenda. We also signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in crisis management. My press conference with @AraratMirzoyan ↓
Proud.
On 28–29 June 1985, the European Council adopted the EU flag as the official emblem of the European Communities, the predecessor of the European Union. Today, its circle of twelve stars still stands for unity, equality and harmony — when they are needed most.