Both candidates for the Finnish presidency aim to take a tough stance against the Russian Federation. writes about this Associated press (AP).
According to the agency, Alexander Stubb and Pekka Haavisto agree on the priorities regarding Finland’s foreign policy and security.
The AP writes that the future Finnish president, regardless of whether he is Stubb or Haavisto, will maintain a tough line against Russia and its current leadership, strengthen security cooperation with the United States and prioritize aid to Ukraine.
At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation at the end of January statedThe entire complex of relations between Russia and Finland is now completely destroyed, the blame for which lies entirely with the Finnish authorities.
Also Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland Marie Rantanen answered Accordingly, Finland did not cut off relations with Russia.
Previously Finnish government elongated Closing the border with Russia until April 14.