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Finnish Official Faces Treason Allegations Amid Investigation

5/24/2025

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Antti Pelttari, the Secretary-General of the Finnish Parliament, faces serious allegations of treason and official misconduct for allegedly leaking state secrets from his time as director of the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service. After a year-long investigation, a crucial hearing is set for June 5, while Pelttari maintains his innocence amid the mounting scrutiny.

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Antti Pelttari, the Secretary-General of the Finnish Parliament, faces serious allegations of treason and official misconduct for allegedly leaking state secrets from his time as director of the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service. After a year-long investigation, a crucial hearing is set for June 5, while Pelttari maintains his innocence amid the mounting scrutiny.