Economy
Fuel prices in Finland saw a modest decline in July compared to the previous month, though they remain significantly higher than a year ago due to global market disruptions, according to data from Statistics Finland. The average tax-inclusive price of diesel stood at €2.10 per litre in July,
Crime
The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is at the center of the most extensive criminal investigation ever conducted against the agency, following charges against its former head, Antti Pelttari, for violating official duties and disclosing security secrets. The case examines whether Supo unlawfully involved pensioners in countering Russian espionage between
Politics
The European Union has extended temporary protection for Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s war of aggression until 4 March 2028, with new conditions applying to future applicants. The decision, agreed upon by EU member states on 30 July 2026, maintains the existing protection framework while introducing stricter eligibility criteria for those
Politics
Italian and Finnish officials have urged the suspension of Spain’s membership in the Schengen Area following a sudden influx of between 50,000 and 60,000 migrants into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta from Morocco. The crisis has sparked sharp criticism from European leaders, who argue that Spain has
Education
The City of Helsinki’s decision to redraw school district boundaries in East Helsinki has triggered opposition from guardians, local politicians, and even prompted some families to move out of the area. The changes, approved by the Finnish-speaking division of the Education and Training Committee on 2 June and
Politics
Two journalists from Helsingin Sanomat have brought their case before the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) after Finnish courts convicted them of disclosing and attempting to disclose security secrets related to the country’s military intelligence operations. The appeal, filed in April, challenges a ruling by the Helsinki Court
Politics
The City of Kajaani has approved a €620,000 investment for a new water slide at the Kaukavesi aquatic center, a decision that has drawn mixed reactions from locals. While some view the project as a necessary upgrade, others question the high cost, particularly given the initial budget estimate of
Economy
Finland’s electricity transmission system operator Fingrid will disconnect the fiber optic connection running between Finland and Russia at the turn of the year, multiple sources confirm. The decision follows the expiration of a lease agreement for the cable, which was previously used alongside a power line between the two
Politics
Former Member of Parliament Ano Turtiainen has formally submitted an application for Russian citizenship, according to reports by the Russian news agency Ria Novosti. Turtiainen, who moved to Russia last year, stated in an interview that he studies Russian daily and aims to build a new life in the country.
Politics
The Finnish Defence Forces have imposed new restrictions on airspace and maritime movement in the eastern Gulf of Finland, specifically off the coast of Kotka and in Hamina. The measures took effect this morning, with the airspace closure beginning at 8:00 AM and the maritime restriction shortly after (Helsingin
Politics
A legal battle over swimming ladders in a lakeside terraced house in Kuopio’s Saaristokaupunki has concluded with a court ruling ordering their removal. The Northern Savo District Court determined that the housing company’s decision to allow the construction of the ladders violated the principle of equal treatment under
Crime
The Supreme Court has rejected Member of Parliament Timo Vornanen’s application for leave to appeal, upholding his eight-month suspended prison sentence for assault, unlawful threats, and a firearms offence. The ruling, issued on Friday, means Vornanen’s conviction from a 2023 shooting incident outside Bar Ihku in Joensuu