Oct1939 "declared an independent republic on Feb24, 1918, was recognised by the Allies on Jan26 1921. This country is involved in the present policy of Soviet Russia, and pressure has now been brought to bear, forcing #Estonia to permit Russian fortification of islands and ports"
@amaragraps Source: Revolt in Estonia (1940, Juni 24). The Kalgoorlie Miner (WA : 1895 - 1954), p. 5. Retrieved Juni 24, 2026, from https://t.co/ZqsiSvSbIy
OTD Hitler-Stalin-Pact
"Under the protection of Soviet tanks and bayonets the few Estonian Communists became active. ...The bulk of participants were Soviet workers from the Red bases, Russians from Estonian border districts, Red army men in civilian clothes"
June 1940
@amaragraps "A new Estonian Government was formed after
workers had seized Tallinn Castle and hoisted the red flag. They also disarmed the police and occupied the
police stations. The new Government ejected the workers , and restored order."
June 24, 1940
OTD Hitler-Stalin-Pact, Soviet invasion
"It has long been a popular theory that Stalin has hoped for such post war disorganization in Europe as|
would provide a fertile field for the extension of Communism from the Baltic to the Atlantic. The Baltic is now starting to go Red
1940
"Apparently, they are incapable of grasping the obvious fact that the good neighborly relations, resulting from the conclusion of the Non-aggression Pact between the U.S.S.R. and Germany, cannot be shaken by any rumors or petty poisonous propaganda"
https://t.co/IREJZfRvzu
OTD Hitler-Stalin-Pact, Soviet invasion in the Baltics
"claims that ... German-Soviet relations have
allegedly deteriorated. The Tass Agency has been authorised to declare that these rumours are without foundation and that their absurdity is evident"
June 24, 1940
Source: SOVIET DENIES RUMOURS (1940, Juni 24). The Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1965), p. 7. Retrieved Juni 24, 2026, from https://t.co/aW93YCz0lS
@OlegKostour "We emphasized the willingness of the US to help Ukraine to prosper, but not if it insisted on becoming a nuclear power." https://t.co/aZVukUcurZ
@OlegKostour "We emphasized the willingness of the US to help Ukraine to prosper, but not if it insisted on becoming a nuclear power." https://t.co/aZVukUcurZ
@Telegraph@DavidGHFrost For a reason. For example: Laws for the protection of the environment were established. Over decades. Standards for food production and more.
The bridge next to my house in Crimea was destroyed a few days ago. The nights are loud with explosions, and we’re dealing with power shortages.
Crimeans are waiting for the liberation🇺🇦, meanwhile occupiers are panicking and leaving
I am in Rapla for a series of Victory Day activities today, starting with a flag-raising ceremony. Later I will be layong a wreath on behalf of the Diplomatic Corps.
Proud that the UK was Estonia’s ally back in 1919 and today.
Head Võidupüha! Elagu vaba Eesti!
🇬🇧🇪🇪
OTD Hitler-Stalin-Pact Estonia
"The new revolutionary government announced last night, following Russia's demand for a sympathetic government and the right to move troops not only through Estonia but Latvia and Lithuania, was headed by Dr. Johannis Vares as premier.
June 22, 1940