NATO Security: NATO Baltic Air Policing jets shot down a foreign drone over Latvia, with the military linking incursions to Russian electromagnetic warfare and warning more airspace threats may recur. Baltic Defence Engineering: Lithuania approved a €50m terrain-denial plan using restored wetlands and anti-mobility trenches to slow heavy armour, feeding into the wider Baltic Defence Line. EU Defence Funding: Estonia received its first €351.6m SAFE payment for joint EU ammunition and missile procurement, with more tranches tied to milestones. AI Infrastructure: Nebius’ 22-MW Tallinn AI factory is set to start operating later this year at Greenergy Data Centers, positioning Estonia as a major AI build-out hub. Maritime & Green Tech: Estonia’s State Fleet took delivery of a €22m compressed biomethane vessel for navigation aids, research and pollution response—aimed as a potential export showcase. Business & Policy: Economy minister Erkki Keldo rejected proposed nicotine restrictions, saying the draft lacks sufficient justification and could heavily impact sellers and importers. Industry Oversight: An audit found €261m in SmartCap venture funds sat idle while the state borrowed to cover treasury expenses. Wildlife Impact: Court limits on bear hunting may boost Estonia’s bear population faster, raising risks for agriculture and human encounters.