Estonia: Europe must strengthen security after the war

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Saxkna emphasized that security issues will become even more urgent after the war in Ukraine ends. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

In an interview with The Telegraph, the minister stated that Russia might use the post-war peace as an opportunity to pose a new threat to Europe. According to him, some individuals involved in the war, including those with criminal backgrounds and former prisoners, may attempt to enter European territory.

This poses a serious threat to public safety and requires precautionary measures in advance. Saxkna called on European Union countries to take joint and decisive action in this regard.

He noted the necessity to restrict entry into the Schengen area for Russians who fought against Ukraine and to manage work visas and residence permits under the same regulations. Estonia has already implemented such measures, banning the entry of Russians who fought against Ukraine and encouraging other countries to follow suit.

Additionally, Saxkna mentioned that there is a large group in Russia with combat experience, and Europe must start planning now to ensure security in the post-war period. According to him, peace agreements do not completely eliminate risks.

Therefore, it is important for European countries to jointly identify, screen, and take measures against dangerous individuals. This process may require complex bureaucratic work, but neglecting security will undoubtedly lead to even greater problems in the future.