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  "url": "https://news.err.ee/1609934456/estonia-bans-over-1-000-more-russian-soldiers-from-entering-schengen-zone&app_id=726183068022802",
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  "summary_extended": "Estonia expanded its restrictions on Russian military personnel by banning over 1,000 combatants who have fought for Russia in the Ukraine conflict from entering the Schengen zone as of February 6, 2026. The ban targets specifically those involved in Russia's war against Ukraine, aiming to hamper their movement and weaken Russia's hybrid influence and military operations in the Baltic region. Estonia's legal action is part of wider EU measures to apply political and legal pressure on Russia by limiting access to European territories for individuals connected to its military aggression. This move reiterates Estonia's firm stance against Russia's ongoing war and efforts to protect European stability by using political and legal tools.",
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  "url": "https://news.err.ee/1609934456/estonia-bans-over-1-000-more-russian-soldiers-from-entering-schengen-zone&app_id=726183068022802",
  "source": "extension",
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