France detains four suspects over Russian espionage links
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland French authorities have detained four individuals, including two Russian citizens, on charges related to espionage and alleged cooperation with Russian intelligence services. According to official sources, two key figures of the association “SOS Donbass” a group claiming to provide humanitarian aid have been placed in pre-trial detention. Key Individuals […]
Warsaw Dismantles Pro-Putin Tent Near U.S. Embassy
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Authorities in Warsaw have removed a pro-Putin tent that stood for more than a year directly across from the U.S. Embassy. The tent had been protected under a legally registered gathering, which prevented officials from taking action earlier. However, firefighters recently discovered gas cylinders inside the structure, creating a public […]
200,000 Ukrainians Risk Losing Legal Status in U.S.
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland A new report from Reuters warns that close to 200,000 Ukrainian citizens who arrived in the United States after 2022 may soon lose their legal status. Many of them entered under emergency programs created after Russia’s invasion, but now face uncertainty due to major delays in processing their extension requests. […]
Japan China Tensions Rise Over Chinese Tourists’ Conduct
By Shumaila Aslam Bureau Chief Pakistan, Scandinavian News Finland A major diplomatic dispute has arisen between Japan and China following remarks by a former Japanese ambassador suggesting that Chinese tourists are rude and litter. On November 14, China issued a travel warning for Japan after Japan’s new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, stated that the Japanese […]
US Expects Zelensky to Sign Peace Proposal This Week
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland The Financial Times reports that the United States anticipates Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will sign a new peace proposal within the next week. Following Zelensky’s approval, the agreement is expected to be presented to Russia, with the U.S. aiming for a ceasefire and halt in fighting by December. Officials hope […]
Kyrgyz Parents Accused of Torturing Daughter in Jinn Ritual
By Shumaila AslamScandinavian News FinlandBureau Chief Pakistan A shocking case has emerged from Bishkek, where a 20-year-old woman says her parents tortured her under the pretext of “expelling a jinn,” according to the crisis center Sezim. The incident took place in late September, but the disturbing details are only now becoming public. The young woman […]
Jaishankar Urges Zero Tolerance for Terrorism at SCO
By Abida KahlunBureau Chief HelsinkiScandinavian News Finland At the SCO Summit, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on world leaders to adopt an uncompromising stance against terrorism. He emphasized that terrorism cannot be justified under any circumstances, saying there should be no excuses, no rationalization, and no attempts to whitewash violent acts in any […]
Multi Vehicle Crash Delays Traffic on Dubai Airshow Day
By Mohson BhattiUAE (Dubai) Correspondent, SNN News Dubai, UAE A multi-vehicle accident occurred on Monday morning along Al Maktoum Airport Road, causing delays for motorists and visitors arriving for the first day of the Dubai Airshow. SNN reporters observed an overturned van on the roadside, while several other damaged vehicles were moved to the side […]
UN Seeks Probe Into Violence During Tanzania Elections
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Scandinavian News Finland fully supports the call made by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urging an independent investigation into the killings and other serious violations reported during the recent elections in Tanzania. The UN has expressed concern over multiple incidents of violence, allegations of excessive force, and restrictions […]
Chechen Woman Killed After Forced Return From Georgia
Abida KahlunBureau Chief HelsinkiScandinavian News Agency Finland A 33-year-old Chechen woman, Aliya Ozdamirova, who fled to Georgia after receiving threats from her family, was reportedly forcibly taken back to Chechnya and killed by her own relatives. Aliya had left Chechnya due to threats related to her sexual orientation, as well as disputes involving her business […]