Finland clears path for NATO deterrence by lifting nuclear weapons ban
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Finland's parliament voted 125-61 (with 13 absent) to lift its total ban on nuclear weapons to align with NATO deterrence after joining the alliance in 2023; the bill allows nuclear weapons to be imported, stored, transported, or possessed for defense, subject to presidential approval, repealing the Nuclear Energy Act ban and adding exceptions to the criminal code. The move sparked debate among opponents, while Prime Minister Orpo points to potential broader deterrence arrangements, with no decision yet.
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