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Finnish intelligence is considering that Russia has concentrated about 100,000 troops on the border with Ukraine. The commander of the Finnish Defense Forces, General Timo Kivinen, described this concentration of troops as exceptional. He suggested that the invasion of Ukraine could begin in January.
He told EurAsia Daily that no country wants to be the first to use military means if other methods are available. Kivinen emphasized that Finland was preparing for “different scenarios”. At the same time, the army chief admitted that all parties were looking for a solution to the situation through negotiations.
“It is possible that hostilities will begin. I'm not saying it will happen, but it's possible. We regulate our own activities accordingly. But nothing is happening in the immediate vicinity of Finland that could cause concern, “the general explained.
He added that he saw no prospects for rapid change for the better in the military-strategic area. situation in the Baltic Sea. Open hostility towards Ukraine will have consequences for the region.
It has previously emerged that the G7 foreign ministers have prepared a statement threatening Russia with far-reaching consequences for military aggression. against Ukraine.