Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
Investigation into the dissemination of misleading information to the public (no. 765)
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The most prominent issue is the credibility and political impartiality of the state security institutions (KAPO, Ministry of the Interior). The speaker vehemently opposes the alleged deployment of these agencies to shape the political reputation of government ministers (Läänemets) and demands impeccable accuracy and honesty in all public communication. He deems it unacceptable that law enforcement structures are being utilized as a PR arm for the parties currently holding power. The political stance is heavily focused on restoring public trust and transparency in the state.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of internal security, referencing their previous work as Minister of Population within the Ministry of the Interior and their possession of a state secret clearance. They present detailed facts regarding the case under investigation (car owner, driving licenses, other attacks) and the content of the Security Police (KAPO) yearbook, in order to prove official inaccuracies. The assessment is primarily aimed at evaluating official communication and administrative capacity.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, critical, and demanding, but it starts with an acknowledgment of the general work performed by the security agencies. The speaker employs logical argumentation, relying on specific facts, dates, and media sources (ERR, Delfi) to prove the dissemination of misleading information. Strong moral appeals are utilized, emphasizing that state institutions must be "impeccable and infallible" and that mistakes must be admitted.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity is restricted to submitting a formal interpellation, followed by clarifying questions directed at the Minister of the Interior in the Riigikogu. The speaker references their prior active role within the Ministry of the Interior as the Minister of Population between 2019 and 2021.
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is aimed at former Minister of the Interior Lauri Läänemets, who is accused of exploiting the incident for political gain and orchestrating a political stunt. Criticism is also directed at the security structures, which allegedly knowingly disseminated false information and served as a tool for political technologists. Separately, the background of journalist Šumakov is being highlighted to cast doubt on his portrayal as a victim of national security.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes their excellent prior cooperation with the Ministry of the Interior and security agencies dating back to 2007. However, the current approach is confrontational, demanding accountability and clear answers from the Minister of the Interior regarding misleading the public.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national security and the activities of internal security agencies in Estonia, as well as the international threat (a hybrid operation by Russian special services). Specific regional or local topics are absent, apart from references to the area in Tallinn where the attacks occurred.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The issues of national security and the transparency of public information are addressed, stressing the necessity of protecting the state's credibility. The background of journalist Andrei Shumakov is highlighted separately, mentioning his pro-Russian stances, his opposition to the closure of Sputnik, and his minimization of the suffering of the Estonian people (mass deportations) in the 1940s.
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Legislative Focus
The main focus is on parliamentary oversight and demanding accountability through interpellation. The aim is to ascertain the accuracy and truthfulness of official documents (the KAPO yearbook) and government communication related to the public handling of the security incident.
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