russian → English transcript

Because Finland is pursuing an extremely irresponsible political course, and the Finnish leadership, first and foremost, is, in effect, becoming a breeding ground of fascism even faster than Ukraine.

I feel very sorry for the Finnish people, who have endured so much and do not deserve this kind of treatment or the situation they are in now.

I very much hope that sooner or later the Finnish people will realize this, but if this utterly inept policy of the current Finnish leadership leads to any tragic consequences, that will be on their conscience.

We know how to protect our interests, and we are ready for any possible economic developments.