Finland remains strident over joining NATO, as Russia offers reassurance that there’s no threat of violence from there. Allies including the United Kingdom have been supportive, while NATO member Turkey says that it is not convinced that Finland should be allowed to join. For the latest developments: https://qrcode.skynews.com/skynews/ukraineblog SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more…
Finland’s leaders have announced that the country should apply to join the NATO “without delay”. Louise Jones, former British Army officer and and Head of Intelligence at McKenzie Intelligence Services analyses the implications of Finland and Sweden joining the alliance. For the latest developments in Ukraine: https://qrcode.skynews.com/skynews/ukraineblog SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos:…
On October 23, 2024, Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen authorized the acquisition of up to 150 AGM-88G AARGM-ER (Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile – Extended Range) missiles to enhance the operational capabilities of Finland’s future fleet of 64 F-35A multirole fighters. These missiles are intended to improve the aircraft’s survivability when operating under the threat of…
Finnish leaders are pressing Germany to abandon its reservations about weapon deliveries to Ukraine, Euroactiv reports, as President Alexander Stubb prepares for talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Despite Ukraine’s appeals, Western countries, including the US and the UK, have restricted Ukraine’s use of their long-range weapons like ATACMS and Storm Shadow missiles to prevent…
Military assistance and Ukraine’s needs for weapons and equipment, including air defense systems, were discussed by Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal and President of Finland Alexander Stubb. The meeting was held as part of the Ukrainian delegation’s visit to Helsinki (Finland) on October 18, UNN reports.DetailsShmyhal noted that Stubb was among the first leaders…
Finland and Sweden are taking steps toward applying for membership of NATO, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in late February. If approved, analysts say the move would significantly enhance the bloc’s military capabilities on land, sea and in the air. Illustration: Laura Kammermann More from the Wall Street Journal: Visit WSJ.com: http://www.wsj.com Visit the WSJ…
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