Defence & Borders: Estonia’s new Narva Defence Forces base is now set to cost just over €20m and finish in summer 2028, about six months late, after political delays in the city administration held up land allocation; construction could start next year after a temporary base for a company-sized unit. Regional Planning: Lithuania and Poland are drafting an international evacuation plan that could cover residents from Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia if war scenarios force border regime changes. Security in the Air: Finland and Sweden carried out their first joint interception of Russian aircraft over the Gulf of Finland, tracking and identifying a group including transport and fighter jets. Hybrid Threats: A new map links drone incursions and suspected sabotage across Europe to Russia, with Estonia warning that fear is part of Moscow’s strategy. Travel & Business: Ryanair says it will cut 550,000 seats to Estonia and Lithuania this winter due to higher airport costs, while shifting capacity to lower-cost routes. EU Rules: The European Commission has launched infringement steps against Estonia and others over incomplete “right to repair” and related hydrogen-and-gas market transposition. Local Life: Tartu is preparing to buy 1,000 new electric rental bikes after a failed tender earlier this year. Culture: Tallinn will host an international nightlife conference, “Dance Floor of Democracy,” on Oct 9.