Foreign media continue to visit Narva amid rumors about the creation of a 'People's Republic' in the border area. Rumors started circulating after a live stream claiming to show the People's Republic of Narva and surrounding areas. Security experts dismiss speculation about a Russian attack on Estonia, emphasizing these are unsubstantiated conspiracy theories. Local authorities emphasize stable security conditions. Separately, local residents reported a drone crossing Estonia's southeastern border near Põlva and flying as far as Põlva town, with military and security officials investigating the origin and purpose of the drone. The Estonian Defence Forces and Intelligence have been alerted and are monitoring the situation closely.

Foreign media continue to visit Narva amid rumors about the creation of a 'People's Republic' in the border area. Rumors started circulating after a live stream claiming to show the People's Republic of Narva and surrounding areas. Security experts dismiss speculation about a Russian attack on Estonia, emphasizing these are unsubstantiated conspiracy theories. Local authorities emphasize stable security conditions. Separately, local residents reported a drone crossing Estonia's southeastern border near Põlva and flying as far as Põlva town, with military and security officials investigating the origin and purpose of the drone. The Estonian Defence Forces and Intelligence have been alerted and are monitoring the situation closely.