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Submarine cable between Finland and Germany damaged: what is known

Submarine cable between Finland and Germany damaged: what is known

The C-Lion1 telecommunication cable between Helsinki and Rostock stopped working on Monday morning. Repair work has begun, and restoration may take 5 to 15 days.

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Strengthening air defense, the situation on the battlefield, and the DPRK's involvement in the war: Zelenskyy had a conversation with the President of Finland

Strengthening air defense, the situation on the battlefield, and the DPRK's involvement in the war: Zelenskyy had a conversation with the President of Finland

The Presidents of Ukraine and Finland had a phone conversation on defense cooperation and international efforts for peace. They discussed the situation on the frontline and the threats posed by North Korea's involvement in the war.

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Fedorov: 5G compatibility with military equipment to be tested in three cities

Fedorov: 5G compatibility with military equipment to be tested in three cities

The government has approved changes to test 5G in three cities of Ukraine within 2 years. They will test the compatibility of the technology with military equipment, and the full launch is planned for 2030.

Politics •  • 19416 views
Finland seized more than 40 objects belonging to Russia

Finland seized more than 40 objects belonging to Russia

More than 40 properties and shares belonging to the Russian state were seized in Finland. The seized property includes a science and culture center in Helsinki, a beachfront plot and apartments in various cities.

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Confiscation of Russian property has begun in various parts of Finland

Confiscation of Russian property has begun in various parts of Finland

Finland has begun confiscating Russian state assets, including a science and culture center and several real estate properties. The seizure of the property is related to Naftogaz's claim for compensation for losses in Crimea worth more than $5 billion.

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For the first time abroad: a court in Finland seized Russian assets in the case of Naftogaz's property in Crimea

For the first time abroad: a court in Finland seized Russian assets in the case of Naftogaz's property in Crimea

The Helsinki District Court has seized Russian assets in Finland worth tens of millions of dollars. This is the first successful seizure of Russian assets in a lawsuit over the expropriation of property in Crimea.

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Ukraine has become the most mined country in the world: environmental challenges discussed at a conference in Helsinki

Ukraine has become the most mined country in the world: environmental challenges discussed at a conference in Helsinki

Due to russian aggression, Ukraine has suffered large-scale environmental damage. The conference in Helsinki discussed environmental challenges and mechanisms of liability for environmental damage.

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The government is interested in Helsinki's experience with ecological heating systems: Shmyhal on strengthening cooperation with Finland

The government is interested in Helsinki's experience with ecological heating systems: Shmyhal on strengthening cooperation with Finland

Ukraine's government is interested in Helsinki's experience with environmentally friendly heating systems. Finland is one of the largest donors of energy equipment to Ukraine in Europe and has provided military assistance worth €2.3 billion.

Politics •  • 37021 views
Yermak: Ukraine has become one of the most mined countries in the world

Yermak: Ukraine has become one of the most mined countries in the world

The conference in Helsinki discussed the environmental consequences of the war in Ukraine. Yermak called for united efforts to overcome environmental challenges and develop mechanisms of responsibility for the damage caused.

Society •  • 56025 views
Finland has already transferred military aid worth 2.3 billion euros - Shmyhal

Finland has already transferred military aid worth 2.3 billion euros - Shmyhal

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with President of Finland Alexander Stubb in Helsinki. They discussed military assistance, in particular air defense systems, and thanked for the support of Ukraine.

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Estonia and Finland plan to close the Gulf of Finland to Russian ships

Estonia and Finland plan to close the Gulf of Finland to Russian ships

Estonia and Finland are developing plans to close the Gulf of Finland to Russian ships in case of a threat. This is technically feasible, but would require consideration of economic interests and infrastructure changes.

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Finland will vote on a law allowing the return of migrants crossing the border with russia

Finland will vote on a law allowing the return of migrants crossing the border with russia

The Finnish parliament will vote on a law allowing border guards to return migrants crossing the border from russia amid an influx of more than 1,300 asylum seekers.

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Finland announced the allocation of €500 thousand to Ukraine under the economic development program

Finland announced the allocation of €500 thousand to Ukraine under the economic development program

Finland has allocated 500,000 euros to Ukraine under the OECD Economic Development Program to support reforms, the rule of law, the fight against corruption and business structures.

Economy •  • 29324 views
Ukraine successfully tests 5G for the first time

Ukraine successfully tests 5G for the first time

Ukraine has successfully tested 5G technology for the first time, making a 5G call between Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, and Helsinki despite the ongoing war.

Economy •  • 20361 views
May 18: International Museum Day, Reservist Day and Science Day in Ukraine

May 18: International Museum Day, Reservist Day and Science Day in Ukraine

Today, on May 18, all art lovers can join the events dedicated to the International Museum Day. The oldest museum in the world is the Capitoline Museum in Rome, which was established in 1471.

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Finland in contact with NATO, EU over GPS interference from Russia - Foreign Minister

Finland in contact with NATO, EU over GPS interference from Russia - Foreign Minister

Finland is in contact with NATO and the EU about growing GPS interference from Russia, which has increased during Russia's war in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen said.

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Baltic states warn of disaster risk due to Russian GPS jamming

Baltic states warn of disaster risk due to Russian GPS jamming

Over the weekend, Baltic ministers warned of the risk of an air disaster due to GPS jamming blamed on Russia, after two Finnish flights were forced to turn around midway due to interference with navigation signals.

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School shooting in Finland: one teenager killed

School shooting in Finland: one teenager killed

A 12-year-old student opens fire at a school in Vantaa, Finland, killing one student and wounding two others.

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A shooting took place at a school in Finland: 12-year-old student wounds three peers

A shooting took place at a school in Finland: 12-year-old student wounds three peers

A 12-year-old student opened fire at a school in Vantaa, Finland, wounding three other students and was detained by police.

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Finland to consider seizure of Helsinki Hall from Russian businessmen

Finland to consider seizure of Helsinki Hall from Russian businessmen

Finnish authorities are considering expropriating the Helsinki Hall arena from Russian businessmen Rotenberg and Timchenko.

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Pistorius calls to stop discussions on sending Western troops to Ukraine

Pistorius calls to stop discussions on sending Western troops to Ukraine

The German Defense Minister called for an end to the debate on the deployment of Western ground troops in Ukraine, as he believes "no one wants this.

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