Finnish and French presidents declare dialogue with Russia important

Finnish President Sauli Niinistö held a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron, during which they discussed the situation around Ukraine and stressed the importance of dialogue with Russia, the Finnish leader’s office said

“The presidents discussed the current situation on Ukraine’s borders and the security situation in Europe. Both stressed the importance of dialogue with Russia. It is essential that Europe’s voice is clearly heard in the debate”, –  the statement said.

It is also noted that the presidents discussed security cooperation in the EU and close cooperation with the US.