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Riigikogu decision "Extending the deadline for the use of the Defense Forces in fulfilling the international obligations of the Estonian state in the European Union military operation EUNAVFOR Med/Irini"

avaldatud riigiteatajasEstonia· Riigikogu· ET

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8 September 2025

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5 November 2025

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The bill allows Estonia to contribute up to six defense personnel to the European Union's military operation EUNAVFOR Med/Irini in 2026, the purpose of which is to support the implementation of the UN arms embargo imposed on Libya. The operation will use naval, air and satellite capabilities and will inspect ships in international waters suspected of transporting weapons or related materials to or from Libya. In March 2025, the operation was expanded a mandate to create an overview of the situation necessary for the protection of critical undersea infrastructure, as well as supporting the implementation of UN measures to prevent illegal oil exports, building up the Libyan navy and border guards, and combating smuggling and people smuggling. The operation involves 23 EU member states and is headquartered in Rome; the mandate has been extended until March 31, 2027. Estonia will increase its contribution by two in 2026 to staff officer, in addition to the current position, the position of commander of the operation planning group will also be filled. By participating in the operation, Estonia shows solidarity with other member states and strengthens EU defense cooperation and security, contributing to stability on the southern border of the European Union.

Machine translation from Estonian. The official text remains authoritative.

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