Electric Aviation in Tartu: A fully certified electric aircraft, the Elektra Trainer, has landed at Tartu Airport on a Europe tour from Helsinki, with Estonian aviation experts pointing to lower training costs and a smaller environmental footprint. Baltic Security Alerts: Russian surveillance flights have prompted NATO intercepts over the Baltic Sea, with Polish and Swedish fighters scrambling to respond to aircraft operating near allied air defenses. Tourism Demand Up in May: Estonia’s accommodation sector welcomed 320,300 tourists in May (+5% year-on-year), with foreign visitors up 9% and Tallinn hosting 71% of accommodated foreign guests. Student Housing Pressure in Tallinn: Dorm prices remain far below apartment rents, but demand is still high as universities open applications in mid-July and many students continue hunting for rentals. Dining Under Strain: Restaurants in Estonia report their toughest conditions in 30 years, citing closures (about two a month) and pressure from high VAT, with knock-on effects for gourmet tourism. Seasonal Workers: Estonia has issued 2,396 short-term foreign work permits so far this year, with most arrivals tied to agriculture and berry picking. Tallinn Christmas Market Contract: The long-time operator 5+ Capital has won the 2026 tender again, with the market running until Jan 6 and a one-year contract. Rally Estonia Motorsport: Irish WRC crews head into Delfi Rally Estonia with confidence after strong recent results, aiming to use road position on fast gravel stages.