President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The leaders discussed strengthening air defense and agreed to work together on this.
MEPs from Finland and Denmark have been accused of racist remarks after a vote on deportation centers. A complaint was filed with the President of the European Parliament over online harassment of a colleague of Iraqi origin.
Net donors and beneficiaries criticized the initial EU budget proposal. Germany demands spending cuts, while Spain considers the budget insufficient.
NATO defense ministers have agreed to modernize nuclear capabilities and strengthen planning. The decision was made against the backdrop of increasing nuclear risks.
The Finnish Parliament has authorized the import and possession of nuclear weapons for defense purposes. The country is strengthening its deterrence due to threats and integration into NATO.
At the G7 summit, EU leaders called on Trump to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in the United States. The U.S. President promised to facilitate the start of the negotiation process.
Finland has authorized employees to stop working during air raid alerts while retaining their wages. Employers will pay for the missed time, and the government promises compensation to businesses.
The President of Finland announced the possible start of a dialogue between Europe and the Russian Federation in the coming weeks. Stubb noted that Moscow is sending unofficial signals of readiness.
The NATO Secretary General confirmed the US commitment to the principles of collective defense. Washington is proving its readiness to defend allies through participation in joint exercises.
A new Russian base for 6,000 troops is being built near Petrozavodsk. It will feature over 50 facilities to build up forces near Finland's eastern border.
Zelenskyy discussed the supply of air defense missiles with the leaders of Finland and Norway. The priority was the development of a European anti-ballistic missile system.
The President met with Petteri Orpo ahead of the NB8 summit to discuss anti-ballistic defense. The parties are preparing a Drone Deal and strengthening air defense.
Christian Eriksen's condition has stabilized after he lost consciousness in the match against Ukraine. The footballer is expected to be discharged from the hospital in the near future.
The Alliance has established the FLF unit in Finland for rapid response. The new military unit also includes a Swedish combat group.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
The government has launched a two-year experiment using multi-trailer trucks on the Kyiv – Odesa route. This will help reduce logistics costs.
Yuliia Levchenko won the Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland with a result of 1. 97 m. This is the Ukrainian's second victory of the season following her success in China.
Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.
Fuel shortages have been recorded in Russia's Murmansk and Tver regions due to attacks on oil infrastructure. In some cities, gas stations have been out of operation for weeks.
The National Enforcement Authority of Finland has seized 3. 7 million euros in Russian contributions. The applicant in the case was the Ukrainian company Naftogaz.
Due to heavy downpours in Laos, the search for two villagers trapped in a flooded cave has been suspended. Five of their companions have already been rescued by international specialists.
On June 1 at 12:00, Finland will test its public warning system with a seven-second signal. The sirens warn of chemical accidents and drone threats.
Russian intelligence services have ramped up the theft of Western technology due to sanctions. Agents are hunting for space developments and defense industry secrets.
In Finland, 9,000 NATO troops are practicing the creation of a 'drone wall. ' The Northern Star exercises are taking place 30 kilometers from the Russian border.
EU ministers in Cyprus rejected Russia's attempts to choose a negotiator from Europe. Kaja Kallas emphasized that the bloc will present a united front in the negotiations.
Rumen Radev called on the EU to lead negotiations with the Russian Federation to end the war. He warned against a conflict with a nuclear power without proper weaponry.
The Finnish government will extend the law on combating instrumentalized migration. The situation on the border with the Russian Federation remains tense due to the high risk of provocations.
Russia has deployed 36 antennas in Kaliningrad to spoof GPS signals within a 450 km radius. This creates constant interference for aviation and communications in EU countries.
The Finnish Coast Guard has recorded GPS interference originating from the Russian Federation near the Åland Islands. This is linked to the protection of Russian ports from Ukrainian attacks.
Alexander Stubb is ready to represent Europe in peace negotiations if requested. He demands a commitment from the Russian Federation regarding a ceasefire.
