Helsinki, June 2024 – In a significant policy shift, Finland’s parliament has voted to withdraw from the international treaty banning landmines, citing growing security concerns amid increasing threats from neighboring Russia. The decision marks a departure from Finland’s longstanding commitment to landmine prohibition and reflects the tense geopolitical climate in the region. According to Reuters, the move underscores Helsinki’s prioritization of national defense in response to what officials describe as an escalating military threat from Moscow.
Finnish Parliament Votes to Exit Landmines Treaty Citing Security Concerns over Russia
In a significant move reflecting escalating regional tensions, Finland’s parliament has formally decided to withdraw from the international treaty banning anti-personnel landmines. The decision, primarily driven by growing security concerns linked to Russia’s military posture along the shared border, marks a departure from Finland’s…
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Author : Samuel Brown
Publish date : 2025-06-27 15:39:00
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