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Finland's defense chief says Israel military ties must continue

Original: ❗️Finnish defense chief admits Helsinki bound to Israel military ties 'whether we like it or not' Finland must maintain

Finland's defense leadership says Helsinki must maintain long-term defense cooperation with Israel 'whether we like it or not', despite mounting European pressure, sanctions discussions and widespread outrage over human rights violations in Gaza. The remarks have drawn criticism, as they signal Finland intends to keep military ties intact even as other European countries reassess their relationships with Israel over the war.

Why now: European scrutiny of Israel ties over Gaza makes an official insisting cooperation must continue controversial and newsworthy

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