Government Communications Department
5.1.2026
Press release 1/2026
In their meeting on Monday 5 January, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the current efforts to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine and advance the peace process.
There have been active negotiations in recent weeks between the Ukrainians, Europeans and Americans. Discussions will continue among the Coalition of the Willing, a grouping of countries that have pledged to support Ukraine. We will continue to work together with our allies and partners to achieve a just and lasting peace.
The President and the Ministerial Committee received a briefing on recent damage to telecommunications cables.
The meeting also included a discussion on the current situation in Venezuela. Finland emphasises that all states have a responsibility to respect and comply with international law. The state leadership is closely monitoring the situation and its development.
Inquiries: Petri Hakkarainen, Director General, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, tel. +358 295 351 130
