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"It increases the risk of a military incident": Moscow is concerned about NATO exercises in Finland

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In response to the upcoming NATO military exercises in Finland, Moscow said that this only increases the likelihood of a conflict between Russia and the Alliance. This was stated by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova in a commentary to the Russian media, UNN reports .

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The alliance continues its practical military development of a once-neutral state, an authoritative participant in discussions on strengthening stability and security. These maneuvers (NATO military exercises - ed.) near Russia's borders increase the risks of possible military incidents

- Zakharova said. 

She is also convinced that the upcoming war games in Finland are part of a hybrid war against Russia. According to her, Moscow is closely monitoring the actions of the "collective west.

Військові України діляться бойовим досвідом з офіцерами Австралії та Фінляндії у рамках багатонаціональних курсів підготовки17.04.24, 19:56

The diplomat also assured that Russia will take all necessary political and military-technical measures to eliminate threats to the country's defense capabilities.

Context

Finland, near the border with Russia, will host exercises with NATO troops from April to early June. The spring exercises will culminate in the international military exercise "Northern Forest 24". Helicopters from the UK and US armed forces will take part in the NATO exercise from April 24 to June 7, 2024.

Recall 

Finnish President Alexander Stubb urged European countries to focus on immediate assistance to Ukraine and training of their armed forces. 

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