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This page contains news and press releases from the Ministry of Defence, as well as speeches from the Minister of Defence.
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Finland’s membership in NATO
Finland’s security environment was fundamentally altered when Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Based on a reassessment of the security policy situation, Finland decided to apply for NATO membership in May 2022, and it became a full member in April 2023.
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Russian attack on Ukraine and Finland's support to Ukraine
Russia launched an invasion against Ukraine on Thursday 24 February 2022. Finland’s foreign policy leadership is closely monitoring Russia’s actions and the security situation in Europe.
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