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Estonia's parliament, the Riigikogu, has begun the process of electing the country's next president today. The Supreme Court dismissed a complaint by the EKRE party, confirming Ülle Madise's eligibility for candidacy, while the Centrist Party announced it would not participate in the first round of voting. This critical political event unfolds amidst revelations of a significant defense procurement scandal. Investigations show Estonia reportedly paid 70 million euros in advance to Indian entities lacking prior experience for shells that had not yet been produced. In response to these findings, an ad-hoc commission is being established to thoroughly review the defense sector's asset accounting and financial management practices, as Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur urged the opposition not to involve the prosecutor's office for political reasons.

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The Riigikogu has commenced the process of electing Estonia's new head of state today, with special broadcasts covering the parliamentary vote. The Supreme Court rejected EKRE's challenge, confirming Ülle Madise's candidacy, while the Centrist Party declared it would not participate in the initial round of the election.

Postimees: Presidential Election Special Broadcast: Can the Parliament Elect a President?

Postimees TV will broadcast a special program from Toompea Castle to cover the parliamentary vote for Estonia's next president, discussing the chances of electing a head of state in the first round and the mood on location.

Postimees: Supreme Court Rejects EKRE's Complaint; Ülle Madise Can Run for President

The Supreme Court has dismissed the complaint filed by the EKRE party, allowing Ülle Madise to continue her candidacy for the presidency.

Delfi: Live Blog: Election Day! Will Ülle Madise Become President, or Will She Fall…

A live blog covering the presidential election, discussing whether the favorite, Ülle Madise, will secure enough votes to win the presidency.

Delfi: Who is Presidential Election Favorite Ülle Madise? She is Direct, but Loved…

An in-depth look at presidential election favorite Ülle Madise, highlighting her directness and how close associates perceive her.

Õhtuleht: Riigikogu Begins Presidential Election Process

The Estonian parliament, Riigikogu, has started the process of electing a new president, a significant political event for the country.

Postimees: Centrist Party Will Not Participate in the First Round of Presidential Elections

The Centrist Party has announced its decision not to participate in the first round of Estonia's presidential elections.

Postimees: Estonia May Get a New Head of State on Wednesday

Estonia is on the verge of electing a new president, with the parliamentary vote scheduled for Wednesday.

An investigation has revealed that Estonia reportedly paid 70 million euros in advance to Indian entities with no prior experience in selling weaponry for shells that had not yet been produced, raising serious questions about defense procurement. Consequently, an ad-hoc commission is being formed to scrutinize the defense sector's asset accounting and financial management.

Delfi: Estonia Paid 70 Million Euros to Indians Who Had Never Sold a Shell

An investigation reveals that Estonia paid 70 million euros to Indian entities for shells, despite the sellers having no prior experience in selling such weaponry.

Õhtuleht: Estonia Paid 70 Million Euros in Advance for Shells Not Yet Produced

Eesti Ekspress reports that Estonia made a significant advance payment of 70 million euros to a company that had not yet produced any shells, raising questions about defense procurement and financial management.

Eesti Ekspress: Estonia Paid 70 Million Euros to Indians Who Had Never Sold a Single Shell…

Estonia has reportedly paid 70 million euros to Indian suppliers for shells, despite the suppliers having no prior experience in selling such items. This deal is highlighted as a significant expenditure.

Õhtuleht: Special Commission to Review Defense Sector Asset Accounting and Financial…

An ad-hoc commission is being formed to thoroughly examine the accounting and financial management practices within Estonia's defense sector, indicating potential issues or a need for greater transparency.

Postimees: Ligi on Defense Ministry's Handling: Opposition Should Not Turn to Prosecutor…

Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur (Ligi is a typo for Pevkur) stated that the opposition should not approach the prosecutor's office for political reasons regarding the ministry's actions.

The first Prisma supermarket in Estonia is slated to be rebranded as a Coop store, with the change expected to take place next week.

Postimees: First Prisma Store to Become Coop Next Week

The first Prisma supermarket in Estonia is set to be rebranded as a Coop store starting next week.

Despite substantial government expenditure on campaigns designed to influence public behavior, concerns are being raised regarding whether Estonian citizens are actually responding to these initiatives.

Eesti Ekspress: Government Campaigns Restrict and Entice; Millions Spent, But Does the…

Despite significant government spending on campaigns aimed at influencing behavior, this story questions whether Estonian citizens are actually heeding these calls.

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