As Russia continues its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it’s been upping its threats and intimidation towards NATO countries on Europe’s Eastern Flank. One of Russia’s neighbours is more prepared than most to fight back should Moscow’s forces come close – Finland. From underground bunkers to mandatory military conscription, Finland says it’s prepared for any threat or crises. Europe Bureau Chief Mazoe Ford travelled to the Nordic nation for this report.
0:00 Intro
1:13 Finland’s history of conflict
2:38 A look inside Finland’s underground bunkers
4:13 What do Finnish people think about Russia’s threat?
5:00 Finland’s conscription program
6:39 Russian defence expansion near Finland border
7:33 Finland’s NATO membership
8:56 Finland’s global standing
10:32 What’s it like to live on the Russian border?
Credit to : ABC News In-depth