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Official Twitter account of the U.S. Embassy in Tallinn, Estonia. Terms of Use: go.usa.gov/xJ6ne.
Tallinn, Estoniaee.usembassy.govJoined January 2009

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Ambassador Designate George P. Kent has arrived in Tallinn. This morning, Ambassador Designate Kent presented his credentials to the for processing. We look forward to introducing Ambassador Designate Kent to Estonia!
Ambassador Designate George P. Kent presents his credentials to the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Chief of Protocol for processing.
Ambassador Designate George P. Kent meets with the Deputy Chief of Mission and other U.S. Embassy staff.
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Today, we join Estonia in marking the 103rd anniversary of the Tartu Peace Treaty, signed on February 2, 1920, by Estonia and Soviet Russia. The treaty ended the Estonian War of Independence and legally established the Republic of Estonia. Elagu vaba Eesti! 🇪🇪
Historic photo of Soviet and Estonian diplomats signing the Treaty of Tartu.
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In his first meeting today with FM Urmas Reinsalu, Ambassador Designate George P. Kent highlighted the excellent relationship between the United States and Estonia and discussed our continued cooperation in supporting Ukraine and countering Russian aggression.
Photo by MFA. Ambassador Designate George P. Kent shaking hands with Estonian Foreign Minister @UrmasReinsalu in front of the flags of the United States and Estonia.
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“Mere Pidu” is EE's latest viral hit song – recorded by US a cappella group while in Rapla last fall. Enjoy a little seaside party on a cold January day in memory of original composer Kihnu Virve, who would have been 95 years old tomorrow.
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People in Ukraine are dying because of Iran & North Korea’s support to Putin’s brutal war. In cooperation with Allies & partners, we will continue to use every tool at our disposal to disrupt & delay transfers of weapons & impose costs on actors engaged in this activity.
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You’ve heard of , and know that 🇺🇸 and 🇪🇪 are members, but do you know how it operates to protect our liberty, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law? Learn more about the power of collective defense 👇
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Today we honor the power of education - and educators - understanding that it opens the doors to opportunity!
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On #InternationalDayOfEducation, I am grateful for the teachers who shaped my life and who are making a difference every single day. Your patience, dedication, and passion help create understanding, informed citizens, and the promise of a better future for all of us.
A chemistry teacher in a schoolroom pours a blue fluid from a beaker into a test tube as a group of goggle-wearing children look on, smiling. Text: "International Day of Education, January 24, 2023"
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Happy Lunar New Year! Welcome to the Year of the 🐇 Rabbit! Millions of people around the world, including the 🇺🇸, mark the beginning of the lunar calendar. Each year is associated with an animal from an ancient zodiac – the rabbit symbolizes longevity, peace, and prosperity.
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See how millions of Americans will be celebrating the #LunarNewYear starting January 22! In the Chinese zodiac, this will be the #YearOfTheRabbit, while in the Vietnamese zodiac, it will be the #YearOfTheCat. bit.ly/3XkqHRq
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5.9M Ukrainians are IDPs and 5M have spread across Europe. 🇺🇸 has provided $1.6B+ in humanitarian aid and invested $55M in UA heating infrastructure to help IDPs, and at 4.9%, 🇪🇪 is among the top hosts of 🇺🇦 refugees by population percentage. Together, we are #UnitedWithUkraine
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For the 14th year, members of our Security Guard visited Sillamäe Children's Center this week to continue a tradition of giving through our annual Embassy Toy Drive. All gifts were purchased and donated by Embassy staff and families to help make the kids’ holidays brighter!
U.S. Marines in dress uniform pose for a group photo with children holding gifts and other adults.
A pile of wrapped gifts sits on tables in front of a Christmas tree.
A U.S. Marine in dress uniform poses with a young man who holds a large, wrapped gift box, while two other Marines in uniform smile in the background.
U.S. Marine in dress uniform kneels next to a young girl holding a wrapped stack of gift boxes, smiling. Four other Marines in uniform stand in the background with gifts in hand.
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One year ago, we engaged in extensive diplomacy to try to prevent Russian aggression against Ukraine. Putin blatantly lied when he said that Russia would not launch an invasion. Today the Kremlin continues spreading lies. We will continue to support Ukraine.
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The U.S. has delivered enough generators to #Chernihiv, Ukraine to power all of the city’s public schools — allowing 13,000 children to attend well-lit and heated schools even as Putin continues his brutal attacks.
Despite Russia’s continuing strikes and the need to use the school’s bomb shelter, students are able to continue their studies in a heated and well-lit environment.
A generator outside of a school.
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Merry Christmas to all 𝐎𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐨𝐱 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 of Estonia! We wish you a joyful and memorable day as you celebrate with family and friends.
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Today in Tapa, U.S. MG Maranian highlighted U.S. support for EE’s recent procurement of HIMARS and praised 🇪🇪 for its commitment to NATO’s collective defense. The U.S. has provided $500M+ in security assistance to 🇪🇪 since 2016. Read more: ee.usembassy.gov/2023-01-06/
U.S. Major General Stephen Maranian shakes hands with Estonian Lieutenant General Martin Herem.

U.S. Major General Stephen Maranian speaks at a podium in front of a HIMARS unit, next to Estonian and U.S. flags.
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