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  "url": "https://news.err.ee/1609928321/estonia-weighs-possible-eastern-border-closure-after-russia-crossing&app_id=726183068022802",
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  "summary_short": "Estonia is weighing full eastern border closure with Russia following illegal crossing by Russian guards, as part of increased border tensions and security measures.",
  "summary_extended": "In response to an illegal border crossing by Russian forces in December 2023 at Estonia's eastern border, Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna announced that a full closure of the eastern border is among possible measures under consideration. The Russian crossing reportedly occurred near the Vasknarva area. Estonia is evaluating actions to prevent further unauthorized entries and strengthen border security, reflecting heightened tensions between the two countries. No specific timeline for the closure has been provided yet. The government stressed the protection of Estonian sovereignty and territorial integrity in light of these provocations.",
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  "url": "https://news.err.ee/1609928321/estonia-weighs-possible-eastern-border-closure-after-russia-crossing&app_id=726183068022802",
  "source": "extension",
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  "summary_extended": "In response to an illegal border crossing by Russian forces in December 2023 at Estonia's eastern border, Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna announced that a full closure of the eastern border is among possible measures under consideration. The Russian crossing reportedly occurred near the Vasknarva area. Estonia is evaluating actions to prevent further unauthorized entries and strengthen border security, reflecting heightened tensions between the two countries. No specific timeline for the closure has been provided yet. The government stressed the protection of Estonian sovereignty and territorial integrity in light of these provocations.",
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