Finland· OuluFinland's participation in NATO air exercises near Russia
Finland is preparing its roads for NATO fighter jets and will host major NATO air exercises 'Protective Fence 2026' to test the Agile Combat Employment concept, involving operational dispersal of aviation along the border with Russia.
Background
Finland, which shares a long border with Russia, ended decades of military non-alignment by joining NATO in 2023. This decision followed Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, significantly altering the security landscape in Northern Europe. Finland's integration into NATO involves increased military cooperation and exercises with alliance members.
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First report 21h agoLast update 21h agoThe exercises are practicing operational dispersal of aviation along the borders with Russia under the cover of allies, adapting to the NATO Agile Combat Employment concept.
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Finland's participation in NATO air exercises near Russia
First report 21h agoLast update 21h agoFinland is actively participating in NATO exercises designed to practice dispersing air power along its border with Russia.
Finland to Host NATO Air Exercises 'Protective Fence 2026'
First report 21h agoLast update 21h agoFinland is actively participating in NATO exercises designed to enhance the operational dispersal of air forces along its borders with Russia.
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