Estonian citizens warned of spy games if they travel to Russia
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Estonian citizens warned of spy games if they travel to Russia

Residents of Estonia crossing into Russia might be coerced into spying against their country, the foreign ministry has warned. Recent cases show the FSB preying on travellers to build networks in European countries.
by Eloise Hardy
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