The Estonian Internal Security Service (ISS) disclosed that in 2025 they apprehended 16 individuals linked to Russian intelligence agencies, with most being ordinary civilians without access to sensitive data. ISS highlighted that recruitment tactics have shifted towards social media platforms, aiming to find lower-tier agents for tasks including vandalism of significant historical sites like the Blue Hills memorial. The ISS stressed that Russian agents were identified and neutralized early, preventing substantial security damage. Russia's propaganda efforts have moved predominantly to social media after sanctions curtailed other hostile activities. ISS officials warned of risks during travel to Russia, where operatives attempt recruitment at border crossings. Overall, this represents a record year of counterintelligence success against Russian influence and espionage activities in Estonia.

The Estonian Internal Security Service (ISS) disclosed that in 2025 they apprehended 16 individuals linked to Russian intelligence agencies, with most being ordinary civilians without access to sensitive data. ISS highlighted that recruitment tactics have shifted towards social media platforms, aiming to find lower-tier agents for tasks including vandalism of significant historical sites like the Blue Hills memorial. The ISS stressed that Russian agents were identified and neutralized early, preventing substantial security damage. Russia's propaganda efforts have moved predominantly to social media after sanctions curtailed other hostile activities. ISS officials warned of risks during travel to Russia, where operatives attempt recruitment at border crossings. Overall, this represents a record year of counterintelligence success against Russian influence and espionage activities in Estonia.