Finland Prepares for an Attack on Russia, Medvedev Says

Russia’s Medvedev claimed that Finland’s efforts to strengthen its border against a potential Russian invasion are actually preparations to invade Russia. - Michiel Hilgeman |

• While Finland shores up its defenses near the Russian border, Dmitry Medvedev, former Russian president and prime minister, said that “Helsinki is pursuing a confrontational course of preparation for war with Russia, apparently preparing a springboard for an attack on us.”

The statement was part of an opinion piece by Medvedev published in Russian media outlet TASS...

Both Russia and Finland are increasing their fortifications.

Last month Finland announced that it is fortifying its border and last weekend Russia announced that it is fortifying its border with Finland due to Finland’s unfriendly actions...