Estonia jails Israeli citizen for spying for Russia's FSB

In February 2026, Estonia's Tallinn District Court sentenced Anatoly Privalov, an Israeli citizen, to six years and six months in prison for espionage activities on behalf of Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB). Privalov was convicted of recruiting and passing classified intelligence on Estonia's infrastructure and security to the Russian intelligence agency. This case underscores Estonia's ongoing challenges with Russian espionage efforts. The sentencing sends a strong message about Estonia’s commitment to countering foreign intelligence threats. The court ruling follows a comprehensive investigation by Estonian security services highlighting the seriousness of Privalov’s actions to national security.