Estonia’s Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur has resigned following a controversial arms deal intended to support Ukraine. The resignation comes after revelations that a state agency paid approximately €70 million in advance to an Italian company, Datasel S.R.L., which had no prior history of selling artillery shells. The company, recently acquired by an Indian defence business, received the funds for a procurement meant to supply Ukraine with much-needed ammunition. This deal has sparked a crisis regarding financial oversight within Estonia's defence establishment. Pevkur accepted political responsibility for the failed procurement, announcing his resignation on September 2nd. The incident raises serious questions about due diligence and control mechanisms in arms deals intended for international aid. Further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the contract is expected.