Estonia's Hanno Pevkur resigns as defence minister, Martin Herem expected to replace him
Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur has resigned following controversy over a €70 million ammunition procurement for Ukraine. Former Estonian Defence Forces commander General Martin Herem is expected to be appointed as his replacement. The transition comes as Estonia increases defence spending, sustains military aid to Ukraine, and prepares for long-term deterrence against Russia. Pevkur's tenure included overseeing Estonia's NATO force integration and domestic capability expansion.