A lecture event organized by the Varsinais-Suomi Kokoomus Youth and the Alliance of Finnishness was disrupted by activists on Wednesday in a Turku restaurant. Approximately 60 attendees had gathered to listen to a lecture by LCC International University Professor Markku Ruotsila, who spoke on the topic "Woke – A Threat to Western Civilization." However, the lecture was interrupted when several activists began shouting over the speaker. According to Jimi Mahonen, the chairman of the Varsinais-Suomi Kokoomus Youth, the situation escalated until security personnel arrived on the scene to restore order. The activists reportedly wore shirts that read "Turku Without Nazis," indicating their intention to counter the themes presented at the event. Mahonen noted that he did not have specific information about which activist group the 5-6 individuals belonged to, as they did not disclose this to him. Additionally, representatives from the Blue-Black Movement, a political party associated with far-right ideologies, were also present at the event, which has raised eyebrows considering the controversial nature of the discussion. This incident reflects ongoing tensions in Finnish society around issues of nationalism, immigration, and the clash of ideologies. Events like these highlight the divisions that exist within Finland, especially concerning topics related to immigration and national identity, as different groups express their views and engage in public discourse. The presence of far-right groups at such events signifies a broader trend of polarization within the political landscape in Finland, which may further influence public sentiment and policy in the future.