NextFin news, On Monday, September 8, 2025, Dmitry Medvedev, former President of Russia and current Vice Chairman of Russia's Security Council, publicly accused Finland of preparing for war against Russia. The accusations were made in a lengthy article published by the Russian state news agency TASS and reported from the Russian-Finnish border area near Svetogorsk.
Medvedev criticized Finland for adopting a confrontational policy following its recent accession to NATO. He claimed that Finland is not only strengthening its defense capabilities but also establishing a strategic foothold for a potential attack on Russia. He pointed to increased military activity in Finland, including the establishment of new garrisons near the Russian border and the presence of American troops on Finnish soil, which he described as a violation of previous agreements and a direct threat to Russian security.
During his visit to the border region, Medvedev emphasized the need for Russia to build fortifications along the frontier with Finland. He accused the Finnish government of being influenced by the United States and NATO, thereby destroying mutually beneficial relations with Russia.
Medvedev further described Finland's current policy as hostile, ungrateful, and historically ignorant. He drew parallels between contemporary Finnish politicians and their predecessors during World War II, warning that Finland's aggressive stance could lead to severe consequences, potentially threatening the country's existence.
The article, titled "The New Finnish Doctrine: Stupidity, Lies, Ingratitude," was published on Monday and reflects Medvedev's increasingly radical rhetoric in recent years. Despite his powerful position in the Security Council, many analysts consider his statements to carry limited influence within the Kremlin.
These developments come amid heightened tensions in the region following Finland's NATO membership and increased military cooperation with Western allies. Medvedev's statements underscore Russia's concerns about NATO's expansion and military presence near its borders.
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