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Following a failed drone attack on a power station in Leipzig, EU officials and several European countries have condemned the incident as state-sponsored terrorism by Russia, summoning Russian ambassadors and preparing sanctions.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated at an ambassador's meeting that Finns need to adjust their thinking on wealth creation and income equalization, emphasizing that 'small Finland cannot solve the world's wealth disparities' in the context of AI.
Jussi Valtonen, a professor at the University of the Arts, is teaching healthcare professionals to read fiction. He believes this approach will help them become better listeners in their practice.
The European Union and the United Kingdom have imposed joint sanctions on Russia in response to cyber attacks targeting at least 10 European countries. These sanctions aim to counter Russia's efforts to create chaos and division through cyber warfare.
Nigerian political parties are under pressure to meet the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) deadline for uploading candidate information for the 2027 general elections. This comes amidst various other national news, including economic reports and social initiatives.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen defended Finland's technical cooperation with the Taliban regime, stating there is no reason to withdraw and that connections are needed for potential returns to Afghanistan, a stance criticized by the Social Democratic Party as 'shameful'.
Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen stated that all parties involved in the Iran war have an interest in achieving lasting peace.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that Ukraine now holds the advantage as Russia renews calls for negotiations amidst Kyiv's recent military gains.
Foreign ministers from eight countries, along with Baltic presidents, have condemned Russia's disinformation campaign targeting the Baltic states. They issued a joint statement rejecting the campaign and expressing concerns about potential escalation.
Sanna Valtonen, executive director of the Doctors' Social Responsibility organization, is working against time to help immigrants enter Finland as the country and the EU tighten their asylum policies.
Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that Europe's territorial integrity is a 'red line' in relations with the United States and other powers. This warning comes after perceived US threats concerning Greenland, with Finland emphasizing the defense of the UN Charter.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have issued reports and statements detailing a wide array of human rights violations and concerns across numerous countries. These denunciations highlight issues ranging from systematic repression and disappearances to problematic legislation and specific cases of liberty violation.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen is visiting Washington, where she is scheduled to meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss foreign policy matters.
Meteorologist Anniina Valtonen discusses small talk about the weather and states her inability to predict the outcome of the war in Iran, as part of a Q&A series.
Finland has joined 19 other nations in condemning Iran's attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, but Minister Valtonen confirmed that Finland will not participate in military operations in the Persian Gulf.
Presidentti Trump on patistanut Nato-kumppaneita sotilasoperaatioon Hormuzin salmeen. Ulkoministeri Valtosen mukaan Naton päähuomion ei pidä olla Iranissa.
Finnish Minister Valtonen is participating in a meeting of the Council of the Baltic Sea States.
Marrakech – Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, is set to arrive in Rabat on Sunday, March 1, for talks with her Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita. The visit comes as bilateral ties between the two countries enter a more active phase, with Western Sahara, trade expansion, and regional security on the agenda. The two […] The post Finland’s FM Elina Valtonen to Visit Morocco on March 1 appeared first on Morocco World News.
A book review highlights a biography of Hilja Valtonen, presenting her as a sharp and successful writer who was often underestimated due to her entertainment-focused work and gender.
Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen is scheduled to visit Åland today.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has stated that Russian cyberattacks have not ceased. Her remarks were made in Helsinki, where the German Foreign Minister was also present and praised.
Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, leading to a surge in Middle East tensions and a spike in oil prices, with Brent briefly touching $80 a barrel. Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz and hit 'twice the number of targets' as the US.
Finnish Foreign Minister Valtonen has expressed regret over China's deepening ties with Russia following a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Wang Yi is currently visiting Finland as part of his Nordic tour.
Finland's Foreign Minister Valtonen states it is not yet time to negotiate with Russia, contrasting with President Alexander Stubb's view that Europe should open contact within two months.
Bangladesh has welcomed the preliminary peace deal between the US and Iran. This follows Finland's president and foreign minister also welcoming the agreement, with Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stating that all parties have an interest in finding a permanent solution.
EU foreign ministers convened for an informal meeting in Limassol, Cyprus, to discuss pressing issues including the war in Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and the potential appointment of a special envoy for talks with Russia. While some speculate about candidates like Alexander Stubb, officials emphasize that it is not yet time for such discussions.
Finland announced it is meeting NATO's 5% defense spending target, as discussions continue during the second day of a NATO summit in Sweden.
EU:n ulkoministerikokouksesta välittyy viesti, että EU voisi ryhtyä keskustelemaan Putinin kanssa rauhasta Ukrainaan
China has responded to Valtonen's critical remarks on the EU-China trade agreement, which cited the close relationship between China and Russia.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen is scheduled to present an update to the government's foreign and security policy report to the Parliament.
Finnish President Stubb and Foreign Minister Valtonen held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Details of their discussion were not immediately released.
A French court has sentenced Chen Zhangjie, the Chinese captain of the Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker Boracay, to one year in prison in absentia and issued an arrest warrant for failing to comply with orders during an inspection in international waters, with the vessel suspected of transporting Russian oil in violation of Western sanctions.
Tasavallan presidentti ilmoitti eilen, että Suomi liittyy Hormuzinsalmen avaamista tukevaan julkilausumaan.
Elina Valtonen, a prominent figure in the Finnish National Coalition Party, is reportedly deeply worried, according to a recent interview.
During Monday's speech at the Ile Longue naval base, Emmanuel Macron stressed cooperation with France's allies across Europe, unveiled a new doctrine of 'advanced deterrence' and announced an increase in the number of France's nuclear warheads.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated on Yle that Finland is concerned about Donald Trump's personal role in a new peace council, while affirming Finland's participation as an observer.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has endorsed a proposal to place the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service (Supo) under the Foreign Ministry, reigniting a debate on the oversight of the country’s civilian intelligence.
Finnish company Arctia has secured a contract to provide icebreaking services in the Canadian Arctic, a move praised as an example of Finnish expertise strengthening its international market position.
Finland's Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen and Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul held a joint press conference, addressing the perceived threat from Russia and emphasizing unity between their nations.
China's foreign minister made a rare visit to Finland, where Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen commented on her belief that China perceives Russia's power as ultimately quite weak.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen discussed new Russian intimidation tactics and cautioned against considering renewed trade relations with Russia at this time.
Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) said she thinks "all parties have an interest in finding some kind of permanent solution".
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen defended India's position on purchasing Russian oil, stating that it was bought under the international price cap.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that Finland is not lobbying for President Alexander Stubb to become a peace negotiator for Ukraine. However, she suggested that Stubb would be 'very qualified' for such a role.
Ulkoministeri Elina Valtonen (kok) sanoo Suomen selvittävän, ohjaako Venäjä häirinnällään Ukrainan drooneja tahallisesti Suomeen ja Baltiaan.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed Ukraine's readiness to dispatch a team of experts to Finland to share experience and bolster airspace protection following recent drone incidents, during a meeting with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen told the South China Morning Post that China's relationship with Russia is an obstacle to an EU-China trade agreement. The newspaper concluded that Finland could block the formation of such a deal.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that NATO is stronger than ever after discussions with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, where they also explored how Finland could support traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Finnish politicians Stubb and Valtonen are participating in the Bilderberg meeting held in Washington.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has commented on recent drone incidents in Finland and their impact on the country's security, further clarifying that Finland has not demanded Ukraine halt or reduce attacks on Russian targets despite these incidents.
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”Varaudumme siihen, että epävakaus jatkuu pitkään", kommentoi ulkoministeri Elina Valtonen (kok) Lähi-idän tilannetta.
Rabat – Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen met with Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita while on official visit to Rabat today to bolster bilateral ties. Following the talks, the Nordic country commended Morocco’s political stability and its ambitious reform agenda, which, under King Mohammed VI’s leadership contributes to positioning Morocco as a reliable and […] The post Finland Commends King Mohammed VI’s Leadership in Positioning Morocco as Reliable, Essential EU Partner...
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen stated that Finland has 'learned not to be shocked by minor things' regarding a potential second term for Donald Trump, also addressing recent racism scandals.