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Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal accused Russian military intelligence of ordering a sabotage attempt against Estonian defense company Threod Systems on Nov. 14, saying authorities detained the suspects before they could cause extensive damage.
In a statement on U.S. social media platform X, Michal said the attack targeted Threod Systems, an Estonian company that manufactures military drones and reconnaissance and surveillance systems.
He alleged that the operation was carried out on the orders of Russia's Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), adding that heightened security measures and a swift response by law enforcement prevented major damage.
Estonia's Internal Security Service said the attack occurred at 3:06 a.m. on Nov. 14, when suspects attempted to trigger an explosion and set fire to a Threod Systems facility.
Authorities detained the suspects shortly after the incident, according to the agency.
The security service also warned against accepting offers from Russia to participate in similar activities.
"We advise you not to even consider such job offers from Russia. The consequences are severe," the agency said in a statement on X.
Michal described the alleged sabotage attempt as part of Russia's broader hybrid warfare campaign against Europe, which he said aims to weaken support for Ukraine and reduce international pressure on Moscow.
He emphasized that Estonia would not be intimidated by such operations and would continue taking measures to protect its population and national security.
"We will not be intimidated," Michal said.
The prime minister also announced that Estonia was preparing for the possibility of closing its border with Russia to reduce security risks.
He said the potential border closure was part of efforts to safeguard the country against threats to its people and national security.
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