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world12 days ago•3 min saved

Finland: Drone breach near Helsinki not a direct threat, officials say

Finland’s President Alexander Stubb and Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said there is no direct military threat after a drone breached airspace near Helsinki, prompting fighter jets to scramble and temporary flight disruptions at Helsinki-Vantaa. Authorities cited advance warning from intelligence and urged calm as no casualties were reported; the incident occurs amid broader Ukrainian drone activity and spillovers from the Russia-Ukraine war.

via politico.eu|

#airspace-intrusion #alexander-stubb #drones

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Stubb: Washington’s Pivot Is Tone, Not a Retreat for Europe

Finnish President Alexander Stubb says at Munich that the US pivot is a tone change, not a retreat from Europe; Rubio’s Munich speech and comments from NATO envoy Whitaker indicate Washington still sees Europe as an ally but is reordering priorities—Western Hemisphere first, then Indo-Pacific, then Europe—while European defense cooperation remains strong and the transatlantic relationship shifts to a new balance rather than ending.

via politico.eu|

#alexander-stubb #europe-defense-burden #munich-security-conference

world7 months ago•6 min saved

US and Finland Collaborate on Arctic Icebreaker and Security Vessel Deals

Donald Trump and Finnish President Alexander Stubb developed a close relationship through discussions on a deal to purchase Finnish icebreaker ships, shared interests like golf, and their mutual support on issues like Ukraine and Russia, highlighting Finland's growing influence in transatlantic relations.

via BBC|

#alexander-stubb #finland #icebreakers

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"NATO Reaffirms Support for Ukraine, No Troop Deployment Plans"

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg and Finnish President Alexander Stubb have stated that Russia poses no immediate military threat to NATO, but emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine and NATO's own defenses to deter future aggression. They assured that NATO remains the world's strongest military alliance and that there are no plans to deploy NATO troops to Ukraine.

via Newsweek|

#alexander-stubb #international-relations #jens-stoltenberg

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Finland's President-Elect Takes Firm Stance on Russia Amid NATO Comments and Close-Fought Election"

Finland's President-elect Alexander Stubb stated that Finland will not maintain high-level ties with Russia until the war in Ukraine ends, following the deterioration of relations between the two countries since the invasion of Ukraine. Stubb, who will assume office on March 1, emphasized Finland's alignment with Ukraine, the European Union, and NATO, prompting Russia to warn of "countermeasures" after Finland joined NATO in April 2023.

via The Moscow Times|

#alexander-stubb #finland #international-relations

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb Wins Presidential Election"

Alexander Stubb, a pro-European and strong supporter of Ukraine, narrowly won Finland's presidential election, defeating liberal Green Party member Pekka Haavisto. As Finland's new head of state, Stubb will be responsible for its security and foreign policy, including its stance towards Russia, with which it shares a long border. The election marks a new era for Finland, which recently joined NATO, and Stubb will have a central role in defining the country's NATO policies and overall foreign and security policy.

via CNN|

#alexander-stubb #finland #nato

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb Wins Presidential Election with 52% of Vote"

Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb has won the presidential election with 51.6% of the vote, while his Green Party rival Pekka Haavisto conceded defeat. Stubb, known for his hardline approach towards Russia, emphasized the difficulty of political dialogue with Putin amid the conflict in Ukraine. He is set to assume office on 1 March, succeeding Sauli Niinisto, and will be responsible for foreign and security policy as well as commanding the armed forces.

via BBC.com|

#alexander-stubb #finland #nato

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Alexander Stubb Secures Finnish Presidency with Centre-Right Victory"

Former Prime Minister Alexander Stubb has been elected as Finland's next president, defeating ex-Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto in the runoff. Stubb's victory comes at a crucial time as Finland grapples with defining its NATO policies and navigating security concerns related to Russia. With Finland's recent NATO membership, the new president will play a pivotal role in shaping the country's foreign and security policies, particularly in the context of Russia's actions in Ukraine.

via Al Jazeera English|

#alexander-stubb #finland #nato

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Alexander Stubb Elected President of Finland in Narrow Victory"

Alexander Stubb, a center-right candidate, won the Finnish presidential election with nearly 52% of the vote, defeating liberal Green Party member Pekka Haavisto. Stubb, a former prime minister, is pro-European and has a tough stance against Russia. The new president will focus on issues like security, foreign policy, and Finland's relationship with Russia. Stubb's victory marks a shift in Finland's approach to diplomacy and military alliances, as the country recently joined NATO in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

via Fox News|

#alexander-stubb #finland #foreign-policy

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Former Finnish PM Alexander Stubb Narrowly Wins Presidential Election"

Former Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb made a surprise political comeback by winning the presidential election, defeating former Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto. Stubb, a member of the center-right National Coalition Party, has vowed to take a hard line against Russia and promote peace as president. He succeeds outgoing president Sauli Niinistö and will need to navigate Finland's foreign policy challenges, including potential pressure from Russia. Stubb assumes the presidency on March 1.

via POLITICO Europe|

#alexander-stubb #finland #foreign-policy

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Alexander Stubb Narrowly Wins Finland's Presidential Election"

Preliminary results indicate that centre-right candidate Alexander Stubb is set to win Finland's presidential election runoff against Pekka Haavisto, with Stubb projected to secure 51.4 percent of the votes. The new president will play a crucial role in guiding Finland's foreign and security policy, particularly in the context of Russia's actions in Ukraine and Finland's recent NATO membership. Stubb and Haavisto share similar views on foreign policy and security priorities, with the president holding significant executive power in these areas.

via Euronews|

#alexander-stubb #finland #foreign-policy

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"High-Stakes Runoff: Finland Votes for New President to Shape NATO Era"

Finland held a high-stakes presidential runoff between former prime minister Alexander Stubb and independent candidate Pekka Haavisto, with Stubb leading in the polls. The election comes amid heightened focus on international security and defense, with Stubb supporting the transportation of nuclear weapons through the country and Haavisto advocating to maintain Finland's nuclear weapons ban. The runoff also saw public debate over Haavisto's sexuality, with the winner set to succeed the two-term president Sauli Niinistö.

via The Guardian|

#alexander-stubb #finland #foreign-policy

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Alexander Stubb Elected President in Finland's High-Stakes Election"

Preliminary results indicate that former Prime Minister Alexander Stubb is projected to win Finland's presidential election runoff against former Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto. Stubb, a center-right candidate, is expected to secure 51.4% of the votes, making him the 13th president of Finland. Both candidates largely agree on Finland's foreign policy and security priorities, including maintaining a hard line toward Moscow and strengthening security ties with Washington. The runoff was required after none of the original nine candidates received more than half of the votes in the first round.

via The Associated Press|

#alexander-stubb #finland #nato

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Finland's Presidential Runoff: Shaping Policy in a New NATO Era"

Alexander Stubb of the National Coalition Party is the frontrunner in Finland's presidential run-off, with nearly 46% of voters casting their ballots in advance. The new president will play a key role in defining Finland's NATO policies and leading foreign and security policy, following the country's recent decision to join NATO. Stubb, a former prime minister, is in favor of deep NATO cooperation, while his opponent, Pekka Haavisto, advocates for a more cautious approach. The winner is expected to be known by around 2100 GMT.

via Reuters|

#alexander-stubb #finland #nato

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Finland's Presidential Election: A Pro-European Globalist vs. Ex-PM and Diplomat DJ"

Finland's upcoming presidential election will see either former prime minister Alexander Stubb or former foreign minister Pekka Haavisto taking on the role of a pro-European cosmopolitan leader and strong supporter of Ukraine, as the country enters a new era within NATO. Stubb, the front runner, is in favor of deep NATO cooperation and allowing the transportation, but not storage, of nuclear weapons in Finland, while Haavisto opposes such measures. The election outcome may be influenced by the candidates' international orientation and the potential alienation of nationalist Finns Party supporters.

via Reuters|

#alexander-stubb #european-union #finland