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Finland is ready to fight Russia if attacked, says defense chief

Though it is applying to join NATO, "the main responsibility for Finland's defense will still be borne by Finland," General Timo Kivinen said.

By Anne Kauranen, Reuters June 22, 2022
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HELSINKI — Finland has prepared for decades for a Russian attack and would put up stiff resistance should one occur, its armed forces chief said.

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