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One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Tallinn, Estonia on October 12, 2026. Newest first.
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.
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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.
Sources: Estonian World · See it on the globe
Ülle Madise, elected by the Riigikogu in September, took office as President of Estonia, succeeding Alar Karis. She called for rebuilding trust.
Why it matters: Estonia's head of state plays a symbolic role on NATO's eastern flank bordering Russia.
Sources: Estonian World · See it on the globe