Finland Plans Purchase of 1 Million Landmines to Secure Long Russian Border
Finland is planning to procure one million anti-personnel landmines to bolster its defense capabilities along its extensive border with Russia amid ongoing regional security concerns.
PothikTV News Desk: 20 October 2026, 7:04 am
Finland is planning to purchase one million landmines to strengthen its defensive capabilities against potential military threats from neighboring Russia. The move reflects growing security concerns among Nordic nations following Russia’s ongoing military actions in Ukraine.
The Nordic nation shares an extensive border with Russia, stretching over 1,300 kilometers. Finnish defense authorities consider the acquisition of landmines a crucial step in fortifying this vast line against potential cross-border aggressions.
Along with the mine procurement plan, discussions regarding defense readiness remain heightened in Finland as long as the war in Ukraine continues. Finnish officials continue to review national security strategy and border preparedness in response to evolving regional dynamics.
