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POLITICS2d agoFinnish diplomat on Putin's rare phone call with leaders of Finland, Norway over Ukraine warThe leaders of Finland and Norway discussed the war in Ukraine in a rare phone call with Russia's Vladimir Putin. Finnish foreign minister Elina Valtonen shares her thoughts.CBS News
POLITICS3d agoEurope furious after Finland and Norway break convention by speaking directly to PutinThe move attracted criticism from the Danish prime minister, who urged Europe to ‘stick together’ on UkraineThe Independent World
POLITICS4d agoEurope furious after Finland and Norway break convention by speaking directly to PutinThe move attracted criticism from the Danish prime minister, who urged Europe to ‘stick together’ on UkraineThe Independent World
POLITICS4d agoPutin call pits Finland and Norway against Denmark and SwedenNordic unity broke on Tuesday after the leaders of Finland and Norway held a 90-minute phone call with Vladimir Putin. The Danish and Swedish prime ministers publicly cast doubt on the diplomatic overture.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS4d agoFinland’s Stubb and Norway PM call Putin in break with previous European stanceThe leaders of Finland and Norway initiated a direct call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday morning amid broader diplomatic efforts to wind down Russia’s yearslong war with Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre noted in a joint press release that they did not speak on behalf of…thehill · united states of america
POLITICS4d agoFinland’s Stubb and Norway PM call Putin in break with previous European stanceThe leaders of Finland and Norway initiated a direct call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday morning amid broader diplomatic efforts to wind down Russia’s yearslong war with Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre noted in a joint press release that they did not speak on behalf of…The Hill
POLITICS4d agoNorway and Finland leaders hold rare call with PutinAn end to the conflict in Ukraine "will not be achieved through silence," Finland's President Alexander Stubb said.BBC World
POLITICS4d agoDenmark's Frederiksen criticizes Finland and Norway for calling Putin without coordinating with allies, despite consultation with UkraineFinland and Norway have called Putin about ending the Ukraine war, drawing Danish criticism. The dispute highlights divisions over European engagement with Moscow ahead of planned US-led peace talks.DW News [en]
POLITICS5d agoEurope is living in a new ‘era of darkness,’ Finland’s Stubb warnsThe Finnish president says Europe needs new security structures to keep peace in this “a dog-eat-dog world.”Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 12Finland Urges EU To Ban Russian Tourist VisasValtonen, in a statement, urged the European Commission to "adopt stricter guidelines on the processing of visa applications by Russian citizens" and "introduce necessary amendments to EU legislation to implement a ban on tourist visas". The post Finland Urges EU To Ban Russian Tourist Visas appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
POLITICSOct 9Finland: The world's happiest country has a debt problem it can no longer ignoreFinns have many reasons to feel content, but the country's pile of debt is not one of them. Russia's war in Ukraine has added to the fiscal burden. Can the Nordic nation absorb another shock?DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 2Finland's government survives confidence vote after Israel visit rowFinland's government on Friday survived a parliamentary vote of confidence called over the government's Middle East policy following a criticised visit to Israel by the defence minister.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 2Finland on alert after ‘significant’ number of break-ins at MPs’ homesSouth China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 1Finland to provide EUR 50M loan for Ukraine's reconstructionFinland will provide a EUR 50 million loan to the International Development Association (IDA), part of the World Bank Group, to channel the funds toward Ukraine's reconstruction.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSOct 1Finland probes suspected break-ins at politicians' homesThe Finnish prime minister has not ruled out the possibility of foreign involvement in the suspected break-ins at the homes of members of parliament.DW News [en]
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 1Finland investigates suspected break-ins at several MPs homes, authorities sayAll members of parliament had been told to remain vigilant, report observations and file police complaints if necessary.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 27Finland's Stubb credits Trump for pushing Ukraine peace talks while dismissing Russian invasion fearsFinnish President Alexander Stubb credits Trump with pushing for Russia-Ukraine war peace and says Finland is fully prepared for any Moscow threat.Fox News World
POLITICSSep 24Finland had planned to deport a Russian mother and son who helped Ukrainian refugees. Instead, it’s granting them asylum.Finland has granted asylum to Russian nationals Olga and Nikita Belov, former St. Petersburg municipal councilor Svetlana Utkina told TV Rain. Finnish authorities had planned to deport the mother and son to Russia this spring.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 14Finland: EU leaders meet to forge new Arctic policyEuropean leaders are meeting over shipping, resources and security in the region amid pressure from the US, China and Russia. The EU sees the Arctic as key to its future security as melting ice makes it more accessible.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 30Finland Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATOA Finnish leader states to a German newspaper that Russia is unlikely to attack NATO, addressing geopolitical tensions and security concerns in Europe.bworldonline.com · Philippines
POLITICSAug 30 It makes no sense for Moscow to attack NATO - Finland presidentThe President of Finland has stated that an attack by Moscow on NATO would be illogical. This reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions and security concerns in Europe.heraldglobe.com · United States
POLITICSAug 30Finland says it ‘makes no sense’ for Russia to risk attack on a Nato nationFinland’s President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe ⁠Russia would risk ⁠an attack against a Nato country, ⁠telling Germany’s Bild newspaper it would “make no sense” to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyberattacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct ‌confrontation with the Nato alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia would be in a position to attack a Nato...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 29Finland Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATOFinland's President Stubb stated in a German newspaper that Russia is unlikely to risk an attack on NATO. This reports on an assessment of geopolitical stability and potential conflict from a European leader.straitstimes.com · Singapore
POLITICSAug 29Finland's strategic reserves model sets an example for Europe in crisis preparednessDistributed across the country, Finland's reserves – along its 1,340 kilometers of border with Russia – cover nine months of grain consumption and five months of its oil and gas needs. The system has emerged as a potential model for the European Union.Le Monde [en]