Helsingin Sanomat has a deep dive on property sales to Russians, which could face further restrictions if government plans come to fruition. The proposal is to ban Russians who are not permanent residents of Finland from purchasing property in Finland, which would rule out some 20,000 Russian citizens on temporary permits.
European leaders voiced support for Ukraine on the third anniversary of the Russia invasion while demanding a say in any US-Russia peace arrangement.
A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada are in Ukraine’s capital to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion. The visitors, including European Commission President
Many world leader pledged military aid and support for Ukraine’s NATO and EU membership, while the Trump administration is negotiating a deal over access to critical minerals in Ukraine.
Finland's President Alexander Stubb emphasized the critical nature of the Ukraine conflict for European security and American leadership. He highlighted the need for increased European defense spending and introduced a phased peace plan for Ukraine.
Finland’s president has urged the rearming of Ukraine and putting “maximum pressure on Russia” in the run-up to possible peace negotiations sought by the U.S.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude for the "absolute heroism" of Ukrainians over three years defending against Russia's invasion.