Finland closes investigation into stray Ukrainian drones
Four warhead-carrying drones strayed into Finnish territory in separate incidents during the spring.
Finnish authorities have concluded their investigation into four separate incidents in March and April of drones carrying warheads that strayed into Finland from Ukraine. The incidents were jointly investigated by the National Bureau of Investigation and the Finnish Border Guard. All four drones originated from Ukraine and were similar military models, each carrying explosives.
One drone reportedly exploded mid-air, while the other three were detonated in controlled explosions shortly after discovery. Finnish authorities believe the drones were hijacked in mid-air while en route to targets in Russia and redirected westward towards Finland. The weather conditions, with southerly winds, are cited as a factor affecting the drones' navigation and deviation from their intended paths.
None of the drones caused injury or property damage. Finnish President Volodymyr Zelensky apologized to Finland, stating Ukraine had no targeting intentions.
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