Researcher: Now is not the right time to dissect 'Finlandization' – we need to find common ground with Russia
Elina Kahla argues that Finland should focus on finding common ground with Russia rather than criticizing it, amidst discussions around Finland's historical stance towards Moscow.
Yle: Serious Accusations Against Mikko Hautala
Former Finnish ambassador to Moscow, Mikko Hautala, is accused of attempting to interfere with journalists' work in Russia, according to a new book by Erkka Mikkonen.
Yle Reporter: Finland's Former Ambassador in Moscow Tried to Influence Media Reporting
Erkka Mikkonen, a reporter for Yle, alleges that Mikko Hautala, Finland's former ambassador to Moscow, attempted to interfere in his reporting on Russia.
Book: Yle's correspondent Erkka Mikkonen's partner was denied access to their shared home in Russia – "That didn't work either"
The article discusses Erkka Mikkonen's new book on living as a homosexual in Putin's Russia, highlighting pervasive homophobia and the structural violence faced by LGBTQ+ individuals.
Maria Zaharova Tried to Humiliate Yle's Journalist – This Sparked Erkka Mikkonen's New Life
Journalist Erkka Mikkonen discusses how a tense exchange with Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zaharova in 2017 influenced his life and work.