Finland'sStubb says border with Russia will remain closed until Helsinki is confident Moscow is not using migrants as hybrid weapon. Stubb adds he is ready to represent EU in Russia talks if requested, but only after Moscow commits to ceasefire.
The border between Finland and Russia can only be opened if Helsinki is confident that Moscow is not using immigrants or refugees as a weapon against Finland, said Alexander Stubb on Yle Radio Suomi. Stubb also said he is ready to represent the EU in talks with Russia if asked, and such talks could start only if Moscow commits to cease hostilities.
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