The Volunteer Who Asked Why
A rejected reservist kept asking how Estonia had checked his past. His complaint now shadows fresh recruitment for a Norway-led training mission.
The Estonian Defense Resources Agency opened applications on November 2 for instructors serving with Legio, the international initiative training Ukrainian troops in Poland. Serving personnel, reservists and members of the volunteer Estonian Defense League can apply for the first rotation until November 27.
Estonia plans to continue its contribution in 2027. Major Kaspar Põder, commander of the Estonian contingent, says its instructors will also begin running a squad-leader course. He describes an exchange in which Estonians contribute experience and learn from Ukrainian instructors, then carry those lessons home.
