Belarus Offers Possible Safe Haven to Venezuela’s Maduro
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could be considering Belarus as a potential refuge, after Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko openly signaled his readiness to receive him. Speaking to U.S. television network Newsmax, Lukashenko said that relations between Belarus and Venezuela have never been hostile, emphasizing that Maduro would be welcome in his country if he decided to […]
Finland’s First Home-Built F-35 Ready for Service
By Abida Kahlun Bureau Chief Helsinki Scandinavian News Finland Finland has completed its first domestically assembled F-35 multirole fighter jet, named JF501. The aircraft is now ready and is expected to officially enter service with the Finnish Air Force in 2026. The development marks a major milestone for Finland’s defense industry and shows the country’s […]
FBI Foils New Year’s Eve Terror Plot in Los Angeles
By Hammad Kahlun international News Correspondent US authorities have prevented a major terror attack planned for New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles. According to reports, the FBI arrested four suspects before the attack could be carried out. Investigators revealed that the group was allegedly planning attacks on five different locations across the city. The timely […]
Australia Plans Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Beach Attack
By Riffat KausarScandinavian News Finland Australia has announced plans to introduce stricter gun control laws following the country’s deadliest mass shooting in almost three decades. The decision comes after a deadly attack during a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, where 15 people were killed. According to authorities, the attack was carried out by two […]
Argentina Breaks World Record With 2,400 Golden Retrievers
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland Argentina has set a new world record for the largest gathering of golden retrievers. A total of 2,400 dogs came together at the Bosques de Palermo park in Buenos Aires. Many of the dogs wore cute outfits, including T-shirts, bandanas, and small hats, creating a joyful and colorful scene. […]
Afghan Forces Shoot Down Pakistani Drone in Kandahar
By Abida Kahlun Bureau Chief Helsinki Scandinavian News Finland Afghan security forces have reported shooting down a Pakistani drone in the Registan district of Kandahar province. According to Afghan officials, the drone was detected inside Afghan airspace and was intercepted during a security operation. The incident took place in the Registan area, which is located […]
Finnish MP and Miss Finland Face Racism Backlash Online
By Riffat Kausar Scandinavian News Finland Finnish Member of Parliament Juho Eerola and Miss Finland Sara Jaffe are facing strong criticism after a social media post that many people said mocked Asians. The post spread quickly online and caused outrage, especially in China, where users described the content as racist. Screenshots of the post circulated […]
Dutch Fans Vandalize Airbnb After Football Loss in Bucharest
By Hammad KahlunInternational News CorrespondentSNN Finland Dutch football fans caused damage to an Airbnb apartment in Bucharest after their team, Feyenoord, lost a dramatic match against FC Steaua București. The Romanian club secured a thrilling 4–3 victory after a strong comeback. Steaua equalized during the match and scored the winning goal in the final minute, […]
Hungary Issues Restricted Schengen Visa to Russian Woman
By Shumaila Aslam Scandinavian News Finland Bureau Chief Pakistan A Russian woman has complained online that her friend received what she called an “incorrect” European visa from Hungarian authorities. According to her, the Schengen visa allows entry to some countries but bans travel to the Czech Republic, France, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The woman said […]
Finland Welcomes Release of Political Prisoners in Belarus
By Hammad Kahlun international News Correspondent SNN Finland Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen has welcomed the release of 123 political prisoners in Belarus, calling it encouraging news. The released prisoners include well-known opposition figures Ales Bialiatski and Maria Kalesnikava. According to Valtonen, the releases were made possible with the help of the United States. However, […]