In Finnish media MTV's interview, President Niinistö commented on the heated discussion considering Hornet-jets.

Ukraine has been in contact with Finland regarding the fighter jets after the possible Hornet discussion came up.

#Hornets #Finland #Ukraine Image
" I find it quite natural that Ukrainians are interested.

After all, there were reactions in the media where the situation was a bit exaggerated.

But if the title "fighter jet" is on display at all, then of course they will follow what is happening in Finland or elsewhere "
"Quite a lot of military experts present equations and views, even technical ones, which are a bit difficult to follow for ordinary people.

They inevitably understand that it's not a simple matter: that now we're just letting used-up fighters straight to battle"
"There would still be a lot of time to discuss the issue, as the first fighter jets will be given up in the next 2–3 years at the earliest.

The most worn-out fighters will certainly be taken out of service first."
"Instead, I think it is necessary to make it clear that if we were to hand over the fighters that are in operation and those that are needed here, I would not be involved in anything that endangers Finland's defense capabilities"

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Street fighting continues in southern suburbs.
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FROM CIVILIAN TO SOLDIER.

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From rookie to being an expert of his/her branch of service.

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