Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal, on October 25, 2024, stated that all Russian citizens living in Estonia should lose the right to vote, a stance that is more comprehensive than the Social Democratic Party's proposal to restrict voting rights only for those Russian and Belarusian citizens who refuse to condemn Russia's war in Ukraine. Michal supports stripping voting rights in all elections from citizens of aggressor states and suggests a clearer legal framework and even constitutional amendments may be necessary. The coalition government, including SDE and Reform Party, is debating this proposal with discussions ongoing, aiming to implement changes before the 2025 local elections. Michal highlighted concerns about foreign influence in elections and the need for security measures to prevent interference. The debate also touches on law enforcement powers to revoke voting rights and the political complexities surrounding this issue in Estonia.

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal, on October 25, 2024, stated that all Russian citizens living in Estonia should lose the right to vote, a stance that is more comprehensive than the Social Democratic Party's proposal to restrict voting rights only for those Russian and Belarusian citizens who refuse to condemn Russia's war in Ukraine. Michal supports stripping voting rights in all elections from citizens of aggressor states and suggests a clearer legal framework and even constitutional amendments may be necessary. The coalition government, including SDE and Reform Party, is debating this proposal with discussions ongoing, aiming to implement changes before the 2025 local elections. Michal highlighted concerns about foreign influence in elections and the need for security measures to prevent interference. The debate also touches on law enforcement powers to revoke voting rights and the political complexities surrounding this issue in Estonia.