Barham Salih Elected Next UN Refugee Chief
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland Barham Salih, former President of Iraq, has been elected as the next United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Having once been a refugee himself, Salih brings strong personal experience to the role, which many believe will add depth and understanding to UNHCR’s global mission. Scandinavian News Finland […]
Finland Reaffirms Ukraine Support in Christmas Message
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Finland’s Foreign Minister said that the Christmas season reminds the world of unity, resilience, and hope — values that the Ukrainian people show every day. The minister noted that Finland’s support for Ukraine continues throughout the year, including assistance in defence, reconstruction, education, and shelter projects. Finland, the statement added, […]
Finland Criticizes US Sanctions on ICC Judges
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Finland has expressed deep regret over new sanctions imposed by the United States on two judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC). In an official statement, Finland said the ICC must be allowed to carry out its judicial mandate freely and effectively, without any political or external restrictions. Finland also […]
Heavy Rains Cause Flooding in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Unusually heavy rainfall and a cloudburst hit Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE yesterday, causing severe flooding across several areas. The sudden downpour led to waterlogging on roads and in residential areas, disrupting daily life. Local authorities responded to the situation as floodwaters spread rapidly following the intense rain. Such […]
EU Approves €90B Financing Package for Ukraine
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland The European Union has approved a €90 billion financial support package for Ukraine covering the years 2026 and 2027. The decision was made after an EU summit that lasted more than 15 hours and ended late at night, highlighting the scale and urgency of the support for Kyiv. […]
Patria, Germany Sign €2B Armoured Vehicle Deal
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland Finland’s defense company Patria and Germany have signed two major agreements worth more than €2 billion, including options, under the Common Armoured Vehicle System (CAVS) programme. Under the deal, Germany may receive up to 876 Patria 6×6 armoured vehicles in four different variants. Some of these vehicles will […]
Gasoline Car Decline Overstated as Fuel Use Hits Records
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN Finland Predictions about the end of gasoline cars now appear to be overstated. Global gasoline consumption reached a record high in 2025, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). The agency also expects fuel use to rise again and set a new record in 2026. This increase is happening even […]
Norway Announces $315M Military Aid Package for Ukraine
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN News Finland Norway has announced a new military aid package worth $315 million to support Ukraine’s defense efforts. Under this package, Ukraine will receive laser-guided missiles designed for F-16 fighter jets. These weapons are based on APKWS guidance kits, which upgrade low-cost Hydra 70 rockets into precision-guided missiles. The upgraded […]
Indian Migrant Workers Start Registration in Moscow
By Hammad KahlunInternational News Correspondent, SNN Finland A video shared online is said to show a dormitory where Indian migrant workers are living in Moscow. Russian authorities have begun registering the first large groups of Indian workers in the capital. This step comes after a migration agreement between Russia and India, which was signed in […]
8 NATO States Hold First Eastern Flank Summit in Helsinki
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Eight NATO member states met in Helsinki for the first-ever “Eastern Flank Summit”: 🇵🇱 Poland🇫🇮 Finland🇸🇪 Sweden🇷🇴 Romania🇧🇬 Bulgaria🇪🇪 Estonia🇱🇻 Latvia🇱🇹 Lithuania The leaders agreed on new areas for military cooperation and EU policies for collective defence against Russian aggression, along with support for Ukraine. See how NATO’s decisions are […]