“A hotbed of fascism”

This is grim.

Russian officials continue pursuing an anti-Finland rhetoric:

Finland is becoming a hotbed of fascism, and the irresponsible policy of its leadership could lead to a conflict with Russia, Andrey Kartapolov, head of the State Duma's defense committee, said.

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According to him, he feels "very sorry for the Finnish people, who do not deserve the fate and situation they now find themselves in."

"But if this utterly incompetent policy of Finland's current leadership leads to any tragic consequences, then that will be on their conscience. We know how to defend our interests, and we are prepared for any possible developments," he said.