Belarus opposition leader Statkevich released from jail
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Belarus opposition leader Statkevich freed after years in prison One of the leading figures of the Belarusian opposition, and long considered President Alexander Lukashenka’s main rival, Nikolai Statkevich has been released from prison. The former 2010 Belarusian presidential candidate was held in isolation in a prison for repeat offenders. […]
Belarus opposition leader Statkevich freed, stays inside
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency Finland Belarus opposition figure Statkevich refuses exile after release One of the leading figures of the Belarusian opposition, Nikolai Statkevich, has refused to leave the country after his release from prison today. He is currently at the Lithuanian–Belarusian border. Statkevich, regarded by President Alexander Lukashenka as his personal enemy, spent the […]
Clashes erupt at Charlie Kirk vigil in Boise, Idaho
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Tensions flared last night during a vigil for conservative activist Charlie Kirk outside the Idaho State Capitol in Boise. Several scuffles broke out between Kirk’s supporters and hecklers who had gathered at the event. The most heated incident occurred when Terry Wilson, a leader of the local Black Lives […]
Latvia closes airspace near Belarus and Russia borders
Hammad KahlunSCANDINAVIAN NEWS AGENCY FINLAND Latvia has decided to close its airspace along the borders with Belarus and Russia for security reasons. The announcement was made by Defense Minister Andris Spruds, as reported by Latvia’s public broadcaster LSM. The restriction means all flights over the border region will be suspended for at least a week. […]
Finnish President Alexander Stubb arrives in Kyiv
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency Finland President of Finland Alexander Stubb arrived in Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, this morning. Finland remains a key supporter of Ukraine.
Israeli Speaker Qatar strike a warning to Middle East
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency, Finland Speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana wrote in an Arabic-language post that Israel’s strike on Qatar should be viewed as a broader message to the entire Middle East.
Poland shuts Belarus border over Russian war drills
Riffat KausarScandinavian News Agency, Finland 🇵🇱 Poland to Seal Belarus Border Amid Russia-Belarus Military Drills Beginning Thursday, Poland is set to seal its entire border with Belarus, according to PM Donald Tusk. The decision comes as Belarus conducts joint military exercises with Russia, heightening security concerns along NATO’s eastern flank. Tusk said the measure is […]
French govt resigns after Bayrou loses confidence vote
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency, Finland The French government has stepped down after Prime Minister François Bayrou suffered a decisive defeat in a confidence vote he himself had requested. The 74-year-old centrist leader, founder of the MoDem party and a three-time presidential candidate (2002, 2007, 2012), gambled on parliamentary backing for his €43.8 billion austerity […]
Estonia Summons Russian Envoy Over Airspace Violation
Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Agency Finland Estonia has summoned the head of Russia’s embassy for questioning after a Russian Mi-8 helicopter violated Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland. This marks the third Russian airspace violation reported by Estonia in 2025.
Latvia to Deport 841 Russians Over Language Refusal
Hammad Kahlun Scandinavian News Agency Finland 🇱🇻 Latvia to expel 841 Russian residents for refusing to learn Latvian, under new post-Ukraine invasion language law. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Latvia introduced a law requiring long-term Russian residents to demonstrate proficiency in the Latvian language. Authorities have now enforced the measure, saying compliance is essential for […]