Finnish defense ministry blocks sale of six properties to Russian citizens
The Ministry says it has denied permits for two Russian citizens attempting to purchase real estate in Finland, citing national security concerns.
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Sweden and Denmark to send 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine as Kyiv expects new offensive on Kherson Oblast
Sweden and Denmark secure a $2.2 billion deal with BAE Systems Hägglunds, jointly financing 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles for Ukraine while boosting their own defense capabilities.
Finland donates winter gear to Ukrainian Armed Forces and prepares new aid package
''Finland is one of Ukraine's strongest supporters, and we have no plans to change that,'' Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen stated.
Finnish companies eye investments in Ukraine’s recovery projects
Businesses from Finland show interest in Ukraine’s energy, IT, and green technology sectors.
New drone factory planned in Finland with Ukrainian partners
Finnish tech group Summa Defence launches a joint drone production facility with Ukrainian partners to meet rising demand for advanced military and civilian drone technologies.
Baltic, Nordic countries and Poland to step up support to Ukraine ‘in coming months’
Seven European nations committed to increasing Ukraine's military capabilities in response to ongoing Russian aggression.
Finland commits €20 mn to boost Ukraine’s school reform, strengthen student welfare amid war
Finland has pledged €20 million to support Ukraine’s educational reform, aiming to align its school standards with the European Union and strengthen student welfare amid ongoing war challenges.
Reuters: Helsinki to seize control of city’s largest events venue from sanctioned Russians
Finland's capital will initiate the forced takeover of the Helsinki Arena from Russian oligarchs Timchenko and Rotenberg, sanctioned due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Finland’s Valtonen opposes “Finlandization” solution for Ukraine peace
The Finnish FM opposes imposing neutrality on Ukraine, citing Finland’s history with Russia and warning it would harm international order and Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Reuters: Finland tackles Russian GPS jamming by reintroducing ground-based navigation systems
As Russia continues to disrupt GPS signals in Finland, authorities have upgraded radio navigation equipment at key airports to prevent flight cancellations, with Finnair suspending services due to GPS interference earlier this year.
Finland hosts major NATO artillery drills near Russian border
More than 5,000 troops from 29 countries will deploy 130 weapons systems in NATO's artillery drill spanning five European nations.
Finland seizes Russian assets worth tens of millions of dollars at Naftogaz’s reques
Six companies of the Naftogaz Group have secured a court order to seize Russian assets in Finland as compensation for property lost in Crimea.
Finland calls on India to support Ukraine’s Peace Formula
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen emphasizes India's potential role in influencing Russia's Ukraine policy.
Euroactiv: Finland urges Germany to lose reservations on Ukraine
German leader Scholz is against supplying Taurus missiles to Ukraine and opposes Ukraine’s fast-track NATO membership, still fearing an "escalation."
Over 20 Finnish business projects received support under Ukraine’s reconstruction plan
Finland's plan for Ukraine's reconstruction includes tools to stimulate private business involvement in key sectors such as construction and energy.
Finnish President Stubb pledges continued aid for Ukraine during meeting with Zelenskyy
The leaders discussed additional air defense systems, including MANPADS for Kyiv.
Ukrainian situation better than three months ago, says Finnish leader
Finnish President Stubb states that while Ukraine's situation remains critical, it has improved compared to three months ago, and Finland will continue supporting Ukraine amid the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Ukraine receives 2S1 artillery systems from Finland
s been no official confirmation of the transfer from either side, the distinctive camouflage and specific features of the vehicles, previously acquired by Finland from East Germany, suggest they have been added to Ukraine's arsenal.
Ukraine has full right to attack Russia’s Kursk Oblast, Finnish President Stubb says
Finnish President Alexander Stubb has declared Ukraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk Oblast as a legitimate act of self-defense, fully supported by Finland, including the use of Finnish-supplied weapons, as long as it aligns with international law.
Fourth Finnish volunteer fighter killed in action in Ukraine
The Finnish Foreign Ministry estimates 20-50 Finns are fighting in Ukraine, with varying reports on the exact number.