Stubb: “Ukraine Is The Best Guarantee Of Our Security Against Russia”

Finnish President Alexander Stubb believes that Ukraine is currently in a stronger and better position than at any previous point in the ongoing conflict. Speaking with German outlet Bild, Stubb stated that Ukraine has shown military, political, and financial strength. He is confident that Ukraine will emerge victorious if it maintains its independence and sovereignty.

For Stubb, supporting Ukraine is an investment in the security of other nations, including Germany and Finland, as Ukraine represents the best guarantee against Russian aggression. If Ukraine falls, so too would the security of its allies. Stubb also expressed his skepticism about the possibility of a Russian nuclear strike on Ukraine, citing a conversation with China's foreign minister who assured him that Russia would never allow such an action.

Stubb identified three potential ways to hasten the end of the Russian-Ukrainian war, though he ruled out being a public negotiator. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine being prepared for a worst-case winter scenario.