Poland shuts Belarus border over Russian war drills
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency, Finland 🇵🇱 Poland to Seal Belarus Border Amid Russia-Belarus Military Drills Beginning Thursday, Poland is set to seal its entire border with Belarus, according to PM Donald Tusk. The decision comes as Belarus conducts joint military exercises with Russia, heightening security concerns along NATO’s eastern flank. Tusk said the measure is […]
French govt resigns after Bayrou loses confidence vote
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency, Finland The French government has stepped down after Prime Minister François Bayrou suffered a decisive defeat in a confidence vote he himself had requested. The 74-year-old centrist leader, founder of the MoDem party and a three-time presidential candidate (2002, 2007, 2012), gambled on parliamentary backing for his €43.8 billion austerity […]
Estonia Summons Russian Envoy Over Airspace Violation
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Estonia has summoned the head of Russia’s embassy for questioning after a Russian Mi-8 helicopter violated Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland. This marks the third Russian airspace violation reported by Estonia in 2025.
Latvia to Deport 841 Russians Over Language Refusal
Hammad Kahlun Scandinavian News Agency Finland 🇱🇻 Latvia to expel 841 Russian residents for refusing to learn Latvian, under new post-Ukraine invasion language law. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Latvia introduced a law requiring long-term Russian residents to demonstrate proficiency in the Latvian language. Authorities have now enforced the measure, saying compliance is essential for […]
Istanbul Protests Erupt Over Erdogan’s CHP Takeover
Riffat KausarScandinavian News AgencyFinland Mass demonstrations erupted in Istanbul after President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan moved to impose control over Turkey’s largest opposition party. Crowds gathered across the city following Erdoğan’s decision to suspend the leadership of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) in Istanbul, transferring authority to an interim council. The step came shortly after the […]
Venezuela Deploys 25,000 Troops Against Drug Trade
Riffat KausarScandinavian News AgencyFinland Venezuela has announced the deployment of 25,000 soldiers to its coastal and border areas as part of a new operation aimed at curbing drug trafficking, according to government sources. Read more about Latin America security challenges on our website.
Netanyahu Bars Macron Over Palestinian State Recognition
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency, Finland Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to permit French President Emmanuel Macron’s entry into Israel unless he withdraws his decision to formally recognize a Palestinian state. Read more: Macron’s recognition of Palestine sparks diplomatic tensions in Israel
Red Sea Cable Cut Triggers Internet Outages in Pakistan, India
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency Finland Major internet connectivity issues have disrupted online services across Pakistan and India after several international undersea fiber-optic cables were cut in the Red Sea. According to telecom industry sources, the damage occurred due to suspected anchor dragging by ships in the busy maritime route. This disruption has caused slow browsing, […]
Finland PM Orpo Condemns Russian Strikes in Ukraine
Hammad KahlunInternational CorrespondentScandinavian News, Finland In a statement on social media, he said the attacks targeted residential buildings, caused civilian casualties, and even damaged a Ukrainian government building in Kyiv. The Finnish premier stressed the need to increase international pressure and impose stricter sanctions on Russia in response to its ongoing aggression.
Finland to Acquire Iceye Spy Satellite for Space
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency, Finland The Finnish Defence Forces have confirmed a €158 million deal with Iceye Oy to procure a spy satellite system, boosting Finland’s independent space surveillance capabilities. The deal, valued at around EUR 158 million excluding VAT, aims to enhance Finland’s independent space-based surveillance capabilities. This acquisition is expected to strengthen national […]