The Helsinki police are investigating the vandalism of the Ministry of Defence, which occurred on June 7, 2025, under the charge of serious property damage. During the course of the investigation, several suspects have been arrested, detained, and held in custody. The inquiries are expected to conclude in the spring of 2026.

The act of vandalism was claimed by a group known as Palestine Action Finland on Instagram, which has previously admitted responsibility for five other similar incidents that took place in the metropolitan area during the summer and autumn of 2025. The ongoing investigations into the vandalism at the Ministry of Defence and the other alleged actions will wrap up in the coming months, reflecting broader tensions related to activism around geopolitical issues.

Repair costs for the damage inflicted on the Ministry of Defence are estimated to be in the tens of thousands of euros, highlighting the financial implications of such acts of protest. This incident not only raises concerns about public property defacement but also about the motivations and methods employed by activist groups, which could lead to a wider public discourse on the effectiveness and appropriateness of such actions in influencing policy and garnering attention for specific causes.