Finland’s president and prime minister have said they are in favour of applying for Nato membership, paving the way for the alliance to expand amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.
The announcement by president Sauli Niinisto and prime minister Sanna Marin on Thursday means Finland is virtually certain to seek Nato membership, though a few steps remain before the application process can begin.
Neighbouring Sweden is expected to decide on joining Nato in the coming days.
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