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Finland's Defense Minister: Ukraine Victory Key to Deterring China

10/28/2025

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Antti Häkkänen, Finland's Defence Minister, says defeating Russia's invasion of Ukraine is necessary to deter China.
He praises U.S. President Donald Trump’s sanctions on Russian oil companies as a strong stance against Putin.
He warns that Western weakness could embolden China, which is aiding Russia militarily.
He notes Finland's 1,300 km border with Russia and views Vladimir Putin as a permanent threat, while Australia's role strengthens defense and trade.

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Antti Häkkänen, Finland's Defence Minister, says defeating Russia's invasion of Ukraine is necessary to deter China.
He praises U.S. President Donald Trump’s sanctions on Russian oil companies as a strong stance against Putin.
He warns that Western weakness could embolden China, which is aiding Russia militarily.
He notes Finland's 1,300 km border with Russia and views Vladimir Putin as a permanent threat, while Australia's role strengthens defense and trade.