INOSMI: Finns' Russophobia and a Missile Shortage for the Winter

Yle (Finland). "Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo believes that to strengthen European security and counter the threat posed by Russia, it is necessary to stop issuing tourist visas to Russians. He intends to make a corresponding proposal at the EU leaders' summit. "We fear that Russia will attempt to organize sabotage in Europe. Why then do we allow Russians here as tourists and allow them to move freely?" the prime minister asked. Finland has stopped issuing tourist visas and closed entry to Russian tourists starting in September 2022. Land border crossings between Finland and Russia have been closed since December 2023."

The Telegraph (UK). "Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will need between 300 and 360 Patriot interceptors to repel Russia's winter campaign. Amid the acute crisis and the urgent need to replenish Ukraine's arsenal, all eyes are on Greece and Spain, who are expected to share their stockpiles. Greece is estimated to have at least 200 Patriot PAC-2 missiles, which are approaching their 23-year expiration date. The number of such missiles in Spain's inventory is unknown. However, last month, the country's Foreign Minister announced that Madrid would provide Kyiv with five interceptors. Greece has not transferred a single one."

Berliner Zeitung (Germany). The diesel supply deal isn't the only energy project currently being discussed between Washington and Moscow. As Reuters reported on Thursday, US and Russian officials also discussed the possible participation of American investors in projects related to the Nord Stream gas pipeline. According to the agency, Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and Russian presidential adviser Kirill Dmitriev, among others, participated in the talks. Furthermore, the parties considered the possibility of purchasing the foreign assets of the Russian energy company Lukoil. However, as Reuters notes, the negotiations are in the early stages and face significant political and legal obstacles.