By Months: Peeter Tali
Total Months: 18
Fully Profiled: 18
10.2025
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, citing the bill's third reading and committee debates while refuting allegations of secretive action. He addresses the role of technology in ensuring security, drawing a historical parallel to Ned Ludd to criticize technophobia.
09.2025
11 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the legislative framework governing national defense and crisis management, detailing the deadlines for establishing shelters and the systems used for transmitting threat warnings (EE-ALARM). They employ specific terminology when describing the development of defense capabilities across all operational domains, including the cyber, cognitive, and space battle spaces. Furthermore, the speaker is well-versed in the composition of the leadership of the Ministry of Defense and the Defense Resources Agency, as well as the associated legislative processes.
06.2025
10 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in national defense and military strategy, employing technical terminology (e.g., Claymore, the strategic rationale behind minefields, deterrence). Furthermore, he possesses thorough knowledge of the links between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Kremlin's special services, citing the names of specific KGB agents (Drozdov, Mikhailov) and referencing ecclesiastical history (tomos, canonicity).
05.2025
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates authority in the fields of education policy (reforms, funding, transition) and media strategy, particularly concerning the analysis of Kremlin influence operations. They employ specific political and economic terminology, such as TI-Hüpe, the extension of the compulsory education age, and emphasize the funding target for research and development (at least 1% of GDP).
04.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense, naval capabilities, and the legal clarity surrounding the use of military force. Specific terminology is employed, such as "hybrid pressure" and "maritime domain control," and the constitutional compliance of the draft bill is underscored. The expertise also encompasses knowledge of the strategic implications of mine laying and its potential effect on stock markets.
03.2025
3 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of defense innovation and technology, citing examples from the defense models of Israel and South Korea. Particularly thorough is the demonstration of knowledge regarding the historical background of the Russian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriarchate) and its links to the Kremlin's special services, referencing specific historical events and individuals (NKVD 1941, Kirill/KGB/FSB).
02.2025
5 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in European Union security policy (referencing the Niinistö report and the EU white paper) and matters of Estonian constitutional continuity. The analysis of Russia's influence operations is particularly thorough, highlighting the role of the Moscow church as a subcontractor for Russian special services. They use specific terminology such as "status of persons with undetermined citizenship" and "as draughts pieces on the geopolitical chessboard."
01.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in linking geopolitical developments and historical events, citing Russia's 2008 invasion of Georgia and its long-term strategic objective. The speaker employs analytical terminology such as "strategic objective" and "imperialistic will" to explain the motives behind Russia's actions.
12.2024
7 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in national defense, international military operations (Inherent Resolve, NATO in Iraq), and specific weapon systems (ATACMS, IRIS-T, Caesar). He uses precise budget figures concerning the costs of foreign missions and the revenue generated by the security tax. Furthermore, he is well-versed in the procedural details of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the consensus decisions made by its committees. He emphasizes the quality of Estonian soldiers' equipment, specifically mentioning G-Class Mercedes vehicles, and refutes claims regarding outdated gear.
11.2024
15 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in handling European Union affairs (the working procedures of ELAK, the binding nature of Riigikogu positions, COSAC) and in national defense (mandates for foreign operations, defense expenditure targets, allied relations with the USA). He/She refers to specific reports (Letta, Draghi, Niinistö) and legislation (the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act), showcasing both procedural and substantive competence.
10.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise regarding the history and structures of the Estonian Orthodox Church, referring to specific events (the execution of Platon in 1919, the Tomos of 1923) and historical figures. He presents the Moscow Church as a tool of Kremlin influence, utilizing knowledge of both ecclesiastical history and geopolitical security. Furthermore, he provides examples of the Moscow Church's political agitation in Moldova and quotes the theologian Toomas Paul.
09.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in modern warfare (six domains of warfare) and the field of cybersecurity. He utilizes specific terminology (NIS2, DORA, CER, ETO) and references international threat actors (GRU, China, Iran) as well as financial stability reports (International Monetary Fund). Furthermore, he possesses knowledge of sanctions implementation mechanisms and circumvention tactics.
06.2024
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of national defense financing, referencing specific figures (1.5, 1.6, 1.7 billion euros) and citing the assessments of generals and state officials. The expertise lies in connecting defense expenditures with budget balance and economic environment risks, while also proposing a potential fiscal policy solution by changing the rules for measuring budget balance.
05.2024
3 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the history and structure of the Orthodox Church in Estonia, referencing the Tomos of Constantinople, the establishment of the EAOC (Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church), and the Moscow church’s ties to the KGB/FSB. Furthermore, the speaker possesses specific knowledge of defense industry terminology, correcting the name of the association to the "space and defense industry association." He/She uses historical and security-related arguments to justify his/her political demands.
04.2024
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in national defense and Defense League (Kaitseliit) legislation, using specific terminology (central bodies, structure of the territorial units) and referencing concrete amendments. He is familiar with labor market statistics (8% unemployment, 50,000 unemployed) and poses strategic questions regarding nuclear technology and weaponry. He relies on details to substantiate his claims, such as the delegation of authority for handling weapons.
03.2024
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of national defense legislation, particularly concerning amendments to the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act. They are also highly familiar with the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the work of its committees. They reference specific military exercises (Kevadtorm, Steadfast Defender 24) and defense objectives (such as the construction of engineering facilities) and are up-to-date on the recent change in the Commander of the Defense Forces. Furthermore, they address detailed legal matters, including the addition of the definition of a state of emergency and the required majority vote for the adoption of a draft law.
02.2024
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in security, military logistics, and international law, citing data from the Estonian Ministry of Defence regarding Russia's shell production capacity. He/She is particularly detailed in analyzing the lack of reliability of the Russian legal system and the violation of international treaties (such as the Budapest Memorandum). Specific examples from criminal cases and civil disputes are used to illustrate the bias inherent in the Russian legal system.
01.2024
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the technological development and innovation of national defense, emphasizing the need to move into the 21st century and integrate solutions from the space and defense industries. He/She also has a detailed understanding of regional education management and its long-term planning, providing examples of specific schools (Kilingi-Nõmme Gymnasium, Surju Basic School). He/She uses strategic terminology such as "strategic vision" and "non-standard solutions."