Finland lifts ban on nuclear weapons under new defence law
Finland has passed legislation removing a long-standing ban on nuclear weapons, in a move that broadens what the country can legally allow on its territory for national defence. The change means nuclear arms can now be imported, transported, supplied and possessed under Finnish law. The government has said Finland will not host any nuclear weapons at present.The legislation replaces restrictions linked to the 1987 Nuclear Energy Act, which had prohibited nuclear weapons on Finnish soil. Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen said the earlier law created an awkward situation for Finland, which became a NATO member in April 2023. The new rules... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Jun 2026 14:01 LONDON
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