The decision on the participation of the Finnish Armed Forces in the protection of the Danish airspace was approved on Tuesday by President Alexander Stubb. This is a response to Denmark's request to Finland – was transferred to the government's statement in Helsinki.
– By participating in the operation, we show specific support to the other Nordic State and NATO ally – said defense minister Antti Hakkanen, emphasizing that Finland has extensive experience in combating threats caused by drones.
Denmark will command the Finnish unit, and the entire operation will be managed by the Danish authorities.
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The Finnish president emphasizes the importance of international cooperation
President Stubb emphasized that “In the era of hybrid influence”, international cooperation and between services are important. The Danes will also be supported by the Finnish border guard.
According to the Prime Minister Orpo, quoted by the STT agency, the entitlement of the Finnish unit to use force [na terenie Danii]is valid until mid -October.
Denmark, currently held in the European Union, has taken special security measures in connection with EU peaks organized on Wednesday and Thursday, including the heads of the heads of the Member States and devoted to joint defense and further support of Ukraine. In the following weeks of October, as part of the Danish presidency, other conferences and high -level meetings are also planned.
Last week, there were several incidents related to the presence of drones in Denmark, including over the airports in Copenhagen and in Aalborg, as well as in the area of Danish military facilities.
