Finland to reseal entire border with Russia as temporary reopening sees new influx in migrants
Finland accuses Russia of deliberately ushering migrants - most of whom are seeking asylum in Finland - to the border zone, which is normally heavily controlled on the Russian side.
Germany’s Eurofighter jets have conducted high-profile military exercises in Finland, landing just 180 kilometres from the Russian border. Since September 4, three aircraft from Germany’s 71st Tactical Air Wing Richthofen have been practicing takeoffs and landings on a highway near the village of Hosio, with their base located 147 kilometers from Russia. This display of tactical readiness underscores NATO’s heightened presence in the region and could exacerbate existing tensions with Moscow. The maneuvers highlight NATO’s commitment to enhancing operational capabilities and adaptability in response to the evolving security landscape.
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Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's Cabinet temporarily closed the entire 1,340-kilometre border two weeks ago over concerns that Moscow was using migrants to destabilize Finland in an alleged act of..
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