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Finland Investigates Suspected Russian Airspace Violation Near Porvoo

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Finland Investigates Suspected Russian Airspace Violation Near Porvoo
Finnish reservists of the Guard Jaeger Regiment stand at a shooting range as they take part in a military exercise at the Santahamina military base in Helsinki, Finland on March 7, 2023. (Source: Getty Images)

Finland’s Ministry of Defense has reported a suspected violation of its airspace by a Russian military aircraft.

The incident reportedly occurred near the city of Porvoo, located about 50 km east of Helsinki, in the afternoon of June 10. According to the Ministry, an immediate investigation has been launched.

“An investigation into the suspected airspace violation was launched immediately,” said Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen.

The Finnish Border Guard is leading the inquiry and is expected to provide further details as the investigation progresses.

Previously, two Russian military aircraft were also suspected of breaching Finnish airspace in the same area on May 23.

“We take the suspected violation of our territory very seriously, and the investigation is ongoing,” Finnish Defense Minister stated.

Earlier, Russia’s armed forces had begun escorting shadow fleet oil tankers through the Gulf of Finland. According to Finland’s Ministry of Defense, Russian aerial activity near the country’s borders has risen markedly since Finland formally joined NATO.

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