By Months: Eerik-Niiles Kross

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in Estonian constitutional history and processes, referencing in detail the disputes of the 1992 Constitutional Assembly and earlier constitutional amendments (2003, 2007, 2011). He uses his identity as a historian ("as a historian") to lend weight to his arguments and provide a measured assessment of the debate.

The speaker demonstrates a profound command of foreign policy and diplomatic history, citing Lennart Meri’s 1994 speech and Jüri Luik’s first annual address. They employ complex historical concepts (the Peace of Westphalia, recurrent patterns, the 17th century) to analyze the current geopolitical situation. Specific emphasis is placed on their knowledge of US foreign policy trends (the Trump team, the freezing of USAID) and the resulting impact on Europe.

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise regarding Georgia's domestic and foreign policy, detailing the constitutional crisis, electoral anomalies, and international assessments (OSCE, European Parliament, Venice Commission). This expertise is grounded in historical comparisons (Russian aggressions, Putin's ascent to power, the Stalin era) and a deep understanding of geopolitical shifts in the South Caucasus. Particular attention is paid to describing the degradation of the rule of law in Georgia and the systematic repression of demonstrators.

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the history of Estonian constitutional law and citizenship policy, particularly concerning the work of the 1992 Constitutional Assembly and related demographic data. He/She employs precise legal terminology (e.g., "principle of legal certainty," "citizenship census") and references specific articles, thereby establishing authority when clarifying the content and background of the draft legislation.

The knowledge is limited to describing the operational situation using simple language (e.g., console, control, independent operation). There is an absence of data, technical terminology, or deeper analysis that would indicate specialized professional expertise.

Possesses deep expertise in international law and geopolitics, referencing the resolutions of the Venice Commission and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, as well as historical parallels of de jure/de facto recognition. Demonstrates detailed knowledge of Georgia's internal political developments, Russia's influence tactics (Dugin), and the procedural procedures of the Riigikogu.

The speaker demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Russian political and religious ideology, particularly regarding the historical development of the *Russki Mir* concept and its connection to Patriarch Kirill. He refers to specific sources, such as the declaration of the World Russian People’s Council and Russia’s foreign policy concept, citing them in an evidence-based manner. Specific terminology is employed, such as *katechon* and civilization-state, and reference is made to the theological assessments provided by Orthodox experts.

The speaker demonstrates profound knowledge of international humanitarian law, specifically citing articles from the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, the Fourth Geneva Convention, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The expertise is based on facts, historical quotations (e.g., Himmler), and detailed data concerning the number of deportees in Ukraine and Estonia, offering a legally and factually well-reasoned analysis.