Politics · Tallinn, Estonia · October 13, 2026

Ülle Madise sworn in as President of Estonia

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 11, 8:00 PM ET

Ülle Madise, who was elected by the Riigikogu in September, took office as Estonia's president, succeeding Alar Karis. She called for trust to be rebuilt.

Why it matters

Estonia's new head of state takes office as a frontline NATO member on Russia's border.

Background

Estonia's president is a largely ceremonial head of state elected by parliament or an electoral college. Madise previously served as the country's Chancellor of Justice.

The story so far

1. Oct 12Ülle Madise sworn in as Estonia's president
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Sources

• Estonian World ↗October 12, 2026

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