Second reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (708 OE) "Extension of the Term of Use of the Defence Forces in Fulfilling the International Obligations of the Republic of Estonia on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Mission in Iraq"
Session: 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Date: 2025-11-05 20:15
Participating Politicians:
Total Speeches: 7
Membership: 15
Agenda Duration: 6m
AI Summaries: 7/7 Speeches (100.0%)
Analysis: Structured Analysis
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Summary
Today’s agenda item focused on the second reading and final vote of Draft Riigikogu Decision 708, submitted by the Government of the Republic, concerning the extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the international obligations of the Estonian state within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization mission in Iraq. Peeter Tali, a member of the National Defence Committee, reported that the lead committee had approved the draft decision consensually, and no amendments had been submitted. The draft decision extends the term of use for up to three defence personnel until December 31, 2026. During a brief round of questions, Peeter Ernits raised the issue of the low level of debate regarding the Iraq mission compared to the Mozambique mission, to which Tali responded that the mission in Iraq is clearly a NATO mission. Since no further debate was requested, the session proceeded immediately to the final vote, where the draft decision was adopted by a large majority.
Decisions Made 1
Bill 708, "Extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the international obligations of the Republic of Estonia in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization mission in Iraq," was adopted as a resolution with 58 votes in favor, 3 votes against, and 1 abstention.
Most Active Speaker
The most active participant was Peeter Tali, a member of the National Defence Committee, who presented the report on the draft bill and answered one question. His role was representing the lead committee (other).
Esimees Lauri Hussar
AI Summary
Chairman Lauri Hussar introduced the 11th item on the agenda of today's sitting, which is Bill 708 submitted by the Government of the Republic concerning the extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia's international obligations within the NATO mission in Iraq, and invited Peeter Tali, a member of the National Defence Committee, to the rostrum to deliver the report.
Peeter Tali
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Peeter Tali presented the consensus position of the National Defence Committee, according to which the second reading of the draft bill should be concluded and the act, which extends the participation of up to three Estonian servicemen in the NATO mission in Iraq until the end of 2026, should be forwarded for the final vote, emphasizing that the proceedings have gone without a hitch and without amendments.
Esimees Lauri Hussar
AI Summary
Chairman Lauri Hussar thanked the presenter, opened the round of questions, and immediately gave the floor to Peeter Ernits, who wanted to ask at least one question.
Peeter Ernits
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Peeter Ernits raised the question concerning the differing reactions of the public and political circles to the missions in Iraq and Mozambique, wondering why the latter garnered significantly greater criticism and attention.
Peeter Tali
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Peeter Tali referred the questions concerning Mozambique back to the Riigikogu members who had submitted them, while simultaneously pointing out that the situation regarding Iraq is clear because it involves a NATO mission.
Esimees Lauri Hussar
AI Summary
Chairman Lauri Hussar concluded the debate on Draft Resolution 708, and since no amendments were submitted, he put the Riigikogu decision, submitted by the Government of the Republic, to the final vote. The decision was titled: "Extension of the Term of Use of the Defence Forces in Fulfilling the International Obligations of the Estonian State in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Mission in Iraq."
Esimees Lauri Hussar
AI Summary
The Chairman, Lauri Hussar, announces that the draft legislation has been adopted as a decision with overwhelming support (58 votes in favor, 3 against, 1 abstention).