Finland Investigates Suspected Russian Military Airspace Violation Near Porvoo

Two Russian military aircraft are suspected of violating Finnish airspace near Porvoo, prompting a formal investigation led by the Finnish Border Guard and Coast Guard. Finnish Defense Minister Antti Hakkanen emphasized the seriousness of the incident and confirmed ongoing inquiries. This event follows similar Russian provocations in the region, including a recent interception of a Russian Su-24 bomber by Polish fighter jets over the Baltic Sea. Such Russian flights often involve disabling transponders, avoiding flight plans, and not communicating with air traffic control, behaviors described as high-risk by NATO officials. Finland, which joined NATO in 2023, shares a long border with Russia and anticipates increased military activity near its frontier following the war in Ukraine. Both Finland and Poland remain vigilant about Russia's actions amid concerns of potential aggression against NATO's eastern flank.