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Nato commits to future Ukraine membership, drums up aid
War-torn Ukraine will one day become a member of the world’s largest security alliance.
Clive Elliot: Lessons for NZ in Finland’s success
OPINION: Finnish PM's visit is a reminder of what NZ could be.
Putin’s ‘energy weapon’ will kill more in Europe this winter than have died in the war
New analysis concludes current cost of energy will likely lead to an extra 147,000 deaths.
‘Barbed wire curtain’ rises in Europe amid war in Ukraine
The Iron Curtain and Berlin Wall may have gone, but new barriers are going up.
Brad Pitt and Nick Cave debut surprise exhibition in Helsinki
The Hollywood actor and Aussie musician have had a change of career.
In Finland, a partying prime minister draws tuts, and cheers
New York Times: Leaked videos raise questions of if she's held to different standards.
'I'm also human': Finland's tearful PM speaks out, apologises
Finnish newspaper reports there is growing frustration among members of Marin's party.
Topless women at Finnish PM's house identified
Identities of topless women photographed at Sanna Marin's summer palace revealed.
Finnish PM apologises for friends' topless photo
The image of two woman kissing was taken during a private party at her official residence.
Young world leader in wild leaked video
Finnish PM has sparked controversy after video leaked on social media.
European countries determined to ban all Russian tourists
"Visiting Europe is a privilege, not a human right."
EU country considers ditching passports
Physical passports could be a thing of the past with this new technology.
Finland boosts security at Russia border with amended law
The move came just two days after the country's Nato membership bid was approved.
'New war crime': Macron says Russia 'cannot and should not win' after mall attack
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls Putin "terrorist", asks UN to expel Russia.
Turkey has 'legitimate concerns' with Finland and Sweden, Nato chief says
Turkey has accused Nato-hopefuls Finland and Sweden of supporting Kurdish militants.
'Returning' territories: Putin speech puts neighbours on edge
Putin's speech on the 350th anniversary of Peter the Great's birthday is significant.
Nato eyes 'historic' opportunity to expand alliance to Sweden, Finland
Nato Secretary-General looks forward to welcoming Sweden and Finland at the Madrid summit.
'Choke point': The tiny island making Vladimir Putin furious
Tiny group of islands with 30,000 people are stoking fires between Russia and new enemy.
Russia cuts off gas supply to Finland over plan to join Nato
Russia has halted natural gas exports to neighbouring Finland.
Nato talks stall with Finland and Sweden
Nato envoys failed to reach a consensus with Finland and Sweden, diplomats say.
Finland, Sweden submit Nato membership application
The application submitted today must now be weighed by the 30 member countries.
The two nations bringing down Putin
Two powerful women have dealt Vladimir Putin a stunning blow this week.
Sweden and Finland to make Nato applications on 'historic' day for Nordics
Financial Times: Russia has threatened "serious consequences" if either nation joins Nato.
Finland announces it wants to join NATO
The nordic country that shares a border with Russia looks to end decades of non-alignment.
'A mistake': Putin's ominous warning to Finland over joining Nato
Finland plans to join alliance despite nuclear attack threats by pro-Kremlin politician.
Nato member threatens to veto admission of Finland, Sweden
Nato makes all its decisions by consensus, requiring consent from all members.
'Russia caused this': What it means if Finland and Sweden join Nato
Explainer: The move would redraw Europe's security map.
Finland moves to join Nato amid Russian threats
Both Sweden and Finland are likely to apply for NATO protection as the war escalates.
Finland's leaders in favour of applying for Nato membership
The dramatic move paves the way for the alliance to expand amid Russia's war in Ukraine.
Big change looming: 'Neutral' countries make Russia move
They're known for being neutral, but this could change in a big way.
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Russia issues nuclear threat to Europe
Putin ally and ex President warns Russia will deploy nuclear weapons if red line crossed.