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Three United States F-15 fighter jets crashed in Kuwait during combat operations linked to the war with Iran, after Kuwaiti air defences shot them down in what Washington described as a friendly fire incident. The crashes came as fighting spread across the Gulf and Lebanon, with fresh strikes reported in Tehran and Beirut. https://f.mtr.cool/yuqlscpewx

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Published: March 3, 2026 22:01

Three United States F-15 fighter jets crashed in Kuwait during combat operations linked to the war with Iran, after Kuwaiti air defences shot them down in what Washington described as a friendly fire incident. The crashes came as fighting spread across…

Finnair has suspended flights to Doha and cancelled all services to Dubai for the rest of the winter season due to the security situation in the Middle East. The airline said flights to Qatar’s capital will remain suspended until 10 March. All flights to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates have been cancelled until 28 March, marking the end of the current winter timetable. Finnair announced the decision on Monday and said it is contacting affected passengers directly by text message and email.

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Published: March 3, 2026 17:06

Finnair has suspended flights to Doha and cancelled all services to Dubai for the rest of the winter season due to the security situation in the Middle East. The airline said flights to Qatar’s capital will remain suspended until 10 March. All flights to…

Oil prices rose by up to nine per cent on Monday after United States and Israeli strikes on Iran and reported attacks on tankers near the Strait of Hormuz unsettled global energy markets. Brent crude climbed to around 79 dollars a barrel in early trading, while US benchmark West Texas Intermediate rose above 72 dollars. Equity markets in Europe and Asia fell as investors reacted to the widening conflict and the risk of supply disruption. #InternationalNews

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Published: March 3, 2026 12:02

Oil prices rose by up to nine per cent on Monday after United States and Israeli strikes on Iran and reported attacks on tankers near the Strait of Hormuz unsettled global energy markets. Brent crude climbed to around 79 dollars a barrel in early trading,…

French President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an increase in France’s nuclear warheads and outlined plans to involve European allies more closely in the country’s deterrence strategy. Speaking at the Île Longue naval base in Brittany, home to France’s ballistic missile submarines, Macron said the current security climate required a shift in doctrine and a stronger arsenal. “An increase of our arsenal is indispensable,” he said, standing before the nuclear-powered submarine Le Téméraire.

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Published: March 3, 2026 11:03

French President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an increase in France’s nuclear warheads and outlined plans to involve European allies more closely in the country’s deterrence strategy. Speaking at the Île Longue naval base in Brittany, home to France’s…

Iranian state media confirmed Khamenei’s death after heavy bombardment of Tehran and other cities. Satellite imagery reviewed by international outlets showed damage to his compound in the capital. The United States has named the campaign Operation Epic Fury and said it aims to dismantle Iran’s military and missile capacity. https://f.mtr.cool/vuhholsdxu

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Published: March 2, 2026 20:02

Iranian state media confirmed Khamenei’s death after heavy bombardment of Tehran and other cities. Satellite imagery reviewed by international outlets showed damage to his compound in the capital. The United States has named the campaign Operation Epic…

Iran has begun 40 days of mourning after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint United States and Israeli air strikes on Tehran, state media confirmed on Sunday. The attack targeted his compound and senior military officials, marking the most serious assault on Iran’s leadership since 1979. 🔗 Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/elupwgnalh #InternationalNews #Iran #Israel #US

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Published: March 2, 2026 17:31

Iran has begun 40 days of mourning after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint United States and Israeli air strikes on Tehran, state media confirmed on Sunday. The attack targeted his compound and senior military officials, marking the…

Boycott the Eurovision Song Contest & UMK protest takes place in Tampere, Finland, on February 28, 2026. The demonstration is arranged by Tampere with Palestine and Sumud Tampere. Demonstrators demand that Israel must not be allowed to participate in the Eurovision Song Contest.  #Eurovision #Boycott #Finland #News 🔗 Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/qehradmlrg

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Published: March 2, 2026 15:04

Boycott the Eurovision Song Contest & UMK protest takes place in Tampere, Finland, on February 28, 2026. The demonstration is arranged by Tampere with Palestine and Sumud Tampere. Demonstrators demand that Israel must not be allowed to participate in the…

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb said the risk of escalation in the Middle East is high after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran. Read more 👇 https://f.mtr.cool/gycgsbuwjw

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Published: March 1, 2026 19:30

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb said the risk of escalation in the Middle East is high after the United States and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran. Read more 👇 f.mtr.cool/gycgsbuwjw

United States President Donald Trump said “major combat operations” had begun against Iran as US and Israeli forces carried out joint strikes on Tehran and other cities, prompting retaliatory missile attacks across the Middle East. Explosions shook central Tehran early on Saturday. Iranian media and verified footage showed smoke rising near government compounds and residential districts.  https://f.mtr.cool/veijdnukem

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Published: March 1, 2026 19:02

United States President Donald Trump said “major combat operations” had begun against Iran as US and Israeli forces carried out joint strikes on Tehran and other cities, prompting retaliatory missile attacks across the Middle East. Explosions shook…

R to @HelsinkiTimes: Over the past two days, up to 15 centimetres of snow has fallen in south-eastern Finland. Read more 👇 https://f.mtr.cool/dryzngninr

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Published: March 1, 2026 14:02

Over the past two days, up to 15 centimetres of snow has fallen in south-eastern Finland. Read more 👇 f.mtr.cool/dryzngninr

Finland enters the weekend under mild and unsettled conditions, with authorities warning of extensive ice on pavements across the south and centre of the country. The Finnish Meteorological Institute said on Thursday that snowfall will weaken in eastern areas and eastern Lapland by the evening, while a new band of snow reaches Northern Ostrobothnia from the west.

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Published: March 1, 2026 14:02

Finland enters the weekend under mild and unsettled conditions, with authorities warning of extensive ice on pavements across the south and centre of the country. The Finnish Meteorological Institute said on Thursday that snowfall will weaken in eastern…

Finland’s economy expanded by 0.2 per cent in 2025, with growth in the final quarter falling short of earlier estimates. Seasonally adjusted gross domestic product rose by 0.4 per cent between October and December compared with the previous quarter. Initial figures published in January had indicated quarterly growth of 0.6 per cent. Statistics Finland said investment and private consumption drove the increase in the final quarter.

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Published: February 28, 2026 20:01

Finland’s economy expanded by 0.2 per cent in 2025, with growth in the final quarter falling short of earlier estimates. Seasonally adjusted gross domestic product rose by 0.4 per cent between October and December compared with the previous quarter.…

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on 24 February for a two day visit focused on trade, Ukraine and shifting global power balances. He travelled with more than 30 senior executives from Volkswagen, BMW, Siemens and Airbus. The trip marked his first to China since taking office in May 2025 and came amid strain in transatlantic trade relations. https://f.mtr.cool/rhwcrmnwrp

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Published: February 28, 2026 18:03

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on 24 February for a two day visit focused on trade, Ukraine and shifting global power balances. He travelled with more than 30 senior executives from Volkswagen, BMW, Siemens and Airbus. The trip marked…

An elderly resident pressed an alarm button 11 times within an hour. No one answered. The resident died later the same day at a care home in Espoo. Police now suspect a criminal offence. Western Uusimaa Police said on Thursday that they are investigating the death of an elderly person at the Attendo Olarinpuisto care home in Espoo on 25 January. https://f.mtr.cool/dxjogrucld

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Published: February 28, 2026 12:02

An elderly resident pressed an alarm button 11 times within an hour. No one answered. The resident died later the same day at a care home in Espoo. Police now suspect a criminal offence. Western Uusimaa Police said on Thursday that they are investigating…

Helsinki police have opened a preliminary investigation into a suspected negligent breach of official secrecy linked to Finland’s embassy in Lisbon, after the Foreign Ministry filed a request for investigation over information disclosed to the media. The police confirmed that the suspected offence carries the title of negligent breach of official secrecy. https://f.mtr.cool/cebknjflrx

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Published: February 28, 2026 10:01

Helsinki police have opened a preliminary investigation into a suspected negligent breach of official secrecy linked to Finland’s embassy in Lisbon, after the Foreign Ministry filed a request for investigation over information disclosed to the media. The…

The Helsinki Court of Appeal sentenced Aleksanteri Kivimäki to six years and 11 months in prison. The term stands one month short of the statutory maximum of seven years for the offences. The court upheld the district court’s findings of guilt but raised the sentence from six years and three months imposed in April 2024 by the Western Uusimaa District Court. https://f.mtr.cool/xsinnhsrgc

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Published: February 27, 2026 20:30

The Helsinki Court of Appeal sentenced Aleksanteri Kivimäki to six years and 11 months in prison. The term stands one month short of the statutory maximum of seven years for the offences. The court upheld the district court’s findings of guilt but raised…

Authorities across the Nordic region have raised preparedness levels after Swedish broadcaster TV4 reported a serious threat against the common energy infrastructure. TV4 said an actor with links to a foreign power has issued a warning covering all Nordic countries and signalled that an attack could take place in the near future. The broadcaster cited unnamed sources and described the threat as concrete.

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Published: February 27, 2026 19:02

Authorities across the Nordic region have raised preparedness levels after Swedish broadcaster TV4 reported a serious threat against the common energy infrastructure. TV4 said an actor with links to a foreign power has issued a warning covering all Nordic…

🥇 Helsinki Airport has been voted Europe’s top airport for customer experience in the 15–25 million passengers category for the seventh time, according to the ASQ awards by Airports Council International.  Passengers praised the airport’s cleanliness, clear signage, friendly service, and smooth journey, supported by recent upgrades across terminals, security, retail, and digital services like myFlight and security wait-time forecasts. 📱 Follow us for the latest news around the world.

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Published: February 27, 2026 17:05

🥇 Helsinki Airport has been voted Europe’s top airport for customer experience in the 15–25 million passengers category for the seventh time, according to the ASQ awards by Airports Council International.  Passengers praised the airport’s cleanliness,…

Wolt has launched change negotiations in Finland that affect up to 45 roles, with a reduction need of no more than 30 positions. The talks cover international staff based in Finland and exclude couriers. At the same time, the company will close operations in Japan and Uzbekistan after a review of its global business strategy. https://f.mtr.cool/wppmkvxmzx

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Published: February 27, 2026 08:02

Wolt has launched change negotiations in Finland that affect up to 45 roles, with a reduction need of no more than 30 positions. The talks cover international staff based in Finland and exclude couriers. At the same time, the company will close operations…

The cross-party working group on fiscal policy published its report in Parliament on Wednesday. The group sets an average deficit target of around 3 per cent of GDP for 2027–2033, with a more precise goal of 2–2.5 per cent in 2031. The Ministry of Finance forecasts a general government deficit of 4.5 per cent in 2026. In 2024, the deficit stood at 4.4 per cent. Finland’s debt-to-GDP ratio is projected to rise to 91.6 per cent next year. Under EU rules, the reference level stands at 60 per cent.

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Published: February 26, 2026 21:30

The cross-party working group on fiscal policy published its report in Parliament on Wednesday. The group sets an average deficit target of around 3 per cent of GDP for 2027–2033, with a more precise goal of 2–2.5 per cent in 2031. The Ministry of Finance…

Printouts from the Epstein files released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) are shown on February 13, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. The DOJ has published nearly 3.5 million documents, many heavily redacted, and more than 2,000 videos and 180,000 images to comply with the Epstein Files Transparency Act. https://f.mtr.cool/npwcaekkke

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Published: February 26, 2026 20:02

Printouts from the Epstein files released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) are shown on February 13, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. The DOJ has published nearly 3.5 million documents, many heavily redacted, and more than 2,000 videos and 180,000 images to…

The United States will provide passport services inside an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank for the first time, the US embassy in Jerusalem has announced. The move applies to the settlement of Efrat and will begin on 27 February. Read more 👇 https://f.mtr.cool/lelggcbilw

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Published: February 26, 2026 16:31

The United States will provide passport services inside an Israeli settlement in the occupied West Bank for the first time, the US embassy in Jerusalem has announced. The move applies to the settlement of Efrat and will begin on 27 February. Read more 👇…

A racism controversy and President Alexander Stubb defined Finland’s global media profile last year, according to a new country image report. The review shows that while security policy dominated coverage, a single racism scandal generated the largest spike in international attention. The findings appear in the Finland Promotion Board’s report Finland Through Foreign Eyes 2026, which combines international reputation surveys, media monitoring and observations from Finnish missions abroad.

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Published: February 26, 2026 15:04

A racism controversy and President Alexander Stubb defined Finland’s global media profile last year, according to a new country image report. The review shows that while security policy dominated coverage, a single racism scandal generated the largest…

Driving conditions will deteriorate across Finland on Thursday as heavy snow, freezing drizzle and rising temperatures sweep over the country, authorities have warned. Up to 15 centimetres of snow is forecast in southern and central regions during the day, with conditions rated poor or very poor nationwide. The Finnish Meteorological Institute said a broad area of snow and sleet will move in from the west late on Wednesday, spreading eastwards overnight and through Thursday.

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Published: February 26, 2026 13:03

Driving conditions will deteriorate across Finland on Thursday as heavy snow, freezing drizzle and rising temperatures sweep over the country, authorities have warned. Up to 15 centimetres of snow is forecast in southern and central regions during the…

President Alexander Stubb said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has become a “complete strategic failure” for President Vladimir Putin as European leaders gathered in Kyiv to mark four years since the full-scale assault began. Stubb said Ukraine stands in a stronger position than a year ago: “Ukraine is on the front foot,” he said. “This has been a complete strategic failure for the Russian president.” https://f.mtr.cool/jpyqbbyvyu

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Published: February 25, 2026 20:02

President Alexander Stubb said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has become a “complete strategic failure” for President Vladimir Putin as European leaders gathered in Kyiv to mark four years since the full-scale assault began. Stubb said Ukraine stands in a…

Finland will not attend the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics on 6 March in Verona after the International Paralympic Committee granted wildcard entries to Russian and Belarusian athletes. The move follows a request from Ukraine. Estonia, Latvia and Poland will also stay away from the ceremony. đź”— https://f.mtr.cool/zinpuwiywa

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Published: February 25, 2026 17:31

Finland will not attend the opening ceremony of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics on 6 March in Verona after the International Paralympic Committee granted wildcard entries to Russian and Belarusian athletes. The move follows a request from Ukraine.…

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Finland’s Pekka Haavisto as his new Personal Envoy for Sudan, the UN announced on Tuesday. Haavisto succeeds Algeria’s Ramtane Lamamra, whom Guterres thanked for his dedication to peace efforts in Sudan. The appointment places the 67-year-old Finnish MP at the centre of international mediation efforts linked to Sudan’s ongoing crisis. https://f.mtr.cool/tryzxpsqxp

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Published: February 25, 2026 16:04

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Finland’s Pekka Haavisto as his new Personal Envoy for Sudan, the UN announced on Tuesday. Haavisto succeeds Algeria’s Ramtane Lamamra, whom Guterres thanked for his dedication to peace…

A 32-year-old man remanded in custody on suspicion of attempting to end his two-week-old son's life has passed away in Oulu prison, police said on Tuesday. Police received information of the man’s death at about 7am. Officers stated that no crime is suspected in connection with the death. Authorities have opened an inquest to determine the cause. https://f.mtr.cool/wnrtecrzfe

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Published: February 25, 2026 13:03

A 32-year-old man remanded in custody on suspicion of attempting to end his two-week-old son's life has passed away in Oulu prison, police said on Tuesday. Police received information of the man’s death at about 7am. Officers stated that no crime is…