- Finland's army commander, Lieutenant General Pasi Välimäki, has warned that Russia has begun rebuilding its military stockpiles with tanks and fighting vehicles.
- Finland is learning from Ukraine's defence experience as it seeks to fortify its 1,340-kilometre border to block potential Russian aggression.
- Finnish President Alexander Stubb and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere held a 90-minute call with Vladimir Putin to advocate for de-escalation.
- Ukrainian officials confirmed the diplomatic outreach was coordinated with Kyiv and welcomed the Nordic support for the peace process.
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen criticised the direct talks with Moscow, urging European nations to maintain a unified stance rather than taking solo action.
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