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Finnish soldiers. A report says that relations with Nato are best handled together with Sweden (Photo: Finnish army)

Russia wary as Nordic states mull closer Nato ties

Finland and Sweden are strengthening their ties with Nato, in developments prompting Russian criticism and scrutiny.

Known in the Cold War for their neutrality, in 2014 the two Nordic states signed new accords with Nato on so-called host-nation support.

The agreements enable joint training and military assistance from Nato troops in emergency situations. The accord has already entered into force in Finland. It will be up for a vote in the Swedish parliament on 25 May.

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Finnish soldiers. A report says that relations with Nato are best handled together with Sweden (Photo: Finnish army)

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