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Defence Forces restrict airspace over eastern Gulf of Finland

The temporary measure is a precaution against possible drone incursions into Finnish territory, Yle News reported.

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Finnish fire department training for real-world crash and rescue response. U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Addison Shinn · Wikimedia Commons

Finland’s Defence Forces have restricted airspace over the eastern Gulf of Finland as a precautionary measure against possible drones drifting into Finnish territory. According to Yle News, the restriction is temporary and intended to reduce risks in the border-area airspace.

The decision applies to the maritime area in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland, but no further details have been given about how long it will remain in force. The Defence Forces have not yet said what prompted the move or how the situation will be monitored next.

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Story based on reporting from the outlets above. Päivän Sanomat editorial rewrite.

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