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Does Finland Need NATO?

Does Finland Need NATO?

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This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has Finland questioning its tradition
of military non-alignment. Janne Korhonen, university professor and
political activist, dials in to tell Arthur how the debate on NATO
membership has shifted following Putin’s war. We're putting
out irregular war bulletins covering different aspects of the
Ukraine crisis. Help our work, and shape the next full series of
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Ukrainian people can be found here: https://ukrainewar.carrd.co/
“When Russia invaded in 1939, Finland was in quite a similar
position to Ukraine today.” “We joined the EU because we were
afraid of Russia, but going to NATO at that time would’ve been too
much.” “The defence of Finland is not just a question for the
military, but for the whole of society.” “The last poll showed 62%
of Finns are in favour in joining NATO, a complete reversal from
six months ago.” “My guess is that Finland will be NATO members
before the end of this year. It’s now or never.” “These threats
Russia is making about Sweden and Finland joining NATO are nothing
new. They’ve been making them for over 20 years.” DOOMSDAY WATCH
was written and presented by Arthur Snell, and produced by Robin
Leeburn with Jacob Archbold. Theme tune and original music by Paul
Hartnoll. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. DOOMSDAY WATCH is a
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