BalticsPublished: 26 July 2026 at 00:38

Ida-Viru County commemorates WWII fallen

On Saturday, July 25, about 300 people gathered in Sinimäe to lay flowers and light candles at the Estonian Legion memorial, remembering the battles of 1944.

On Saturday, July 25, a commemoration event took place in Sinimäe, Ida-Viru County, to honor those who died in World War II. Participants laid flowers and lit candles at the memorial of the Estonian Legion. Approximately 300 people attended the ceremony, according to "Aktuaalne kaamera".

The battles fought in Sinimäe in 1944 between the Red Army and German forces are considered among the bloodiest ever fought on Estonian soil.

Comments

Choose a username (stays yours for good):

0/1500

Comments are automatically moderated. No hate, threats, personal data or spam.

Loading comments…

More in this category

Baltics

Some Estonian Farms Withdraw from Open Farm Days Over Animal Health Fears

Estonia's annual Open Farm Days are underway, but several farms have opted out, citing concerns about spreading livestock infections.

ERR (rus) · 6 min ago

Baltics

Summer Exhibition 'Hortus' Opens at Tartu University Botanical Garden

The tropical greenhouse of Tartu University Botanical Garden hosts the summer exhibition 'Hortus', featuring sculptures by students and graduates of the Pallas Higher Art School, installed after plants were moved outdoors.

ERR (rus) · 2 h ago

Baltics

Marili Põrk's Farm: Not Profitable, but Brings Great Joy

Marili Põrk, owner of Suureoja farm, says that running the farm with 300 animals does not pay off financially but is emotionally rewarding.

ERR (rus) · 6 h ago