Estonia Ready to Close Russia Border if Threat

In Estonia, it was reported whether there are grounds for closing the border with Russia.

Consensus

Estonia's Ministry of Internal Affairs has stated it is prepared to close the border with Russia if there is an immediate threat to national security.
The decision to open or close the border is based on risk assessment.
Currently, Russian citizens with a residence permit in Estonia or other European countries, and dual citizens, are allowed to cross the border.
A military base is planned in Narva, near the Russian border, with construction set to begin by the end of the year and finish by summer 2028.
The first phase will accommodate 150 military personnel.

Estonia does not consider it necessary to fully close border checkpoints with Russia despite calls to follow Finland's example. — vesti
Russian citizens cannot enter Estonia with tourist visas; entry is only allowed for humanitarian or other compelling reasons. — vesti
Estonia has reduced cross-border transport by 90% due to sanctions against Russia. — vesti
Estonia's defense minister stated NATO will significantly strengthen its presence in Estonia by 2027. — vesti
Finland has closed its eastern border with Russia until further notice, with centralized applications for international protection still accepted. — m24
Finland began restricting the Russia-Finland border in November 2023, accusing Russia of deliberately sending asylum seekers to the border. — m24