Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:57pm on 17 Dec 2023,Sunday International
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed concerns over Finland's NATO membership, citing the creation of a new military district in response. Finland, sharing a significant border with Russia, joined NATO in April amid Moscow's Ukraine offensive. Putin stated, "There were no problems there; now there will be." Tensions rise as Russia reacts to Helsinki's NATO accession, warning of counter-measures. This follows Finland closing its border with Russia, accusing Moscow of orchestrating a migrant crisis. Putin emphasized Russia's lack of interest in war with NATO countries, responding to recent remarks by US leader Joe Biden on Moscow's actions in Ukraine.
