Estonia described Russia's intention to file lawsuits against the Baltic states in the International Court of Justice over the alleged oppression of ethnic Russians as part of a disinformation campaign.
According to a statement from the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, these claims aim to distract attention from Russia's own actions, particularly its attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine.
The Estonian side emphasized that Moscow uses such narratives as a tool for propaganda and political pressure.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also noted that Estonia has a high reputation in the field of international law and consistently ranks among countries with high levels of democracy, rule of law, press freedom, and digital governance.
Furthermore, the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted that attempts to portray the Baltic states as unreliable partners are part of a broader information strategy aimed at undermining support for Ukraine and discrediting democratic institutions in the EU and NATO.
Today, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that they intend to prepare a complaint against the Baltic states in the International Court of Justice due to the alleged infringement of the rights of ethnic Russians.
The Russian side refers to an information and analytical report on the violation of the rights of Russian citizens and compatriots abroad in 2025.
Specifically, the Russian side mentions the Baltic states and, in particular, Latvia. Examples include criminal proceedings and administrative measures taken after May 9. The Russian publication also claims that people were detained in Latvia for listening to or performing wartime songs.
Latvian authorities have stated that such measures are not directed against Russian-speaking residents as a group, but against support for Russia's aggression. In the Russian interpretation, these decisions are presented as "anti-Russian policy."
