Finland presses Ukraine after drones drift into its airspace
Finland said two unidentified drones briefly breached its airspace near the Finnish–Russian border on May 3, prompting an investigation and temporary aviation restrictions. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo told President Zelensky that while Finland supports Ukraine, airspace violations are unacceptable. Ukraine has not commented; Kyiv has suggested Russia may divert Ukraine UAVs toward NATO territory to provoke tensions. The leaders discussed drone-technology cooperation and a $300 million defense aid package, with Zelensky signaling Ukraine is ready to share expertise. Finland notes no immediate military threat and has reported multiple drone incidents this spring.
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- In Latvia and Estonia, warnings were issued about the threat posed by drones during Russia's attack on Ukraine UA.NEWS
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