Alexander Stubb
Coverage of Alexander Stubb in the Nexus archive.
- 2 dead in Ukraine from Russian attacks, 4 more in Russian-held area hit by Ukrainian drones
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, killing at least two people and wounding others. Ukrainian drone attacks in Russian-held Horlivka killed four civilians, while Russian forces claimed to have downed 133 Ukrainian drones. Finnish President Alexander Stubb noted Ukraine's strengthened position amid ongoing tit-for-tat strikes.
- Lindsey Graham draws tributes for his support of Ukraine, trans-Atlantic ties and Israel
Leaders from NATO allies, Ukraine, and Israel praised U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham for his support of trans-Atlantic relations, Ukraine, and Israel. Graham, who visited Ukraine 10 times since Russia's 2022 invasion, secured sanctions against Russia with the Trump administration. Tributes highlighted his advocacy for NATO's eastern flank, democratic values, and the U.S.-Israel alliance, while Iran's state media reacted hostilely to his death.
- Finnish President Says China Convinced Russia Won’t Use Nuclear Weapons
Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Chinese officials believe Russia will not use nuclear weapons in its ongoing war. Stubb made these remarks after meeting with the Chinese Foreign Minister and warned that the risk of escalation remains severe.
- Nato backs Ukraine’s push to hit Russia harder, says Finnish president
Finnish president Alexander Stubb states that NATO supports Ukraine's efforts to strike Russia more intensively. He notes that long-range drone strikes have shifted US perspectives on the war and placed Kyiv in its strongest position since 2022.
- Europe’s foreign policy turf war
The EU’s diplomatic service (EEAS) is losing influence to Ursula von der Leyen’s Commission, prompting efforts by bloc diplomat Kaja Kallas to revive it. Europe seeks to reset trade relations with China while maintaining strong defenses, and Greece introduces a bounty on poisonous pufferfish. Finnish President Alexander Stubb discusses Trump, Ukraine, and NATO’s future in an interview.
- The world adrift
The article discusses global geopolitical instability, the fragmentation of the international system, and the increasing use of force by powerful nations. It highlights recent conflicts such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Israel's actions in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, and India's military action against Pakistan, all of which flouted international law. The piece references books by Alexander Stubb, Brendan Simms, and Jack Watling analyzing the new world order and the role of the Global South in shaping it.
- Finland tears up nuclear weapons ban in NATO shift
Finland's lawmakers voted to lift the country's ban on nuclear weapons, aligning with NATO integration and enhancing security cooperation. The decision removes a decades-old legal restriction, allowing Finland to facilitate nuclear weapons for allied defense operations without permanent stationing.
- Italy Backs Alexander Stubb as EU Envoy for Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has endorsed Finnish President Alexander Stubb as the EU’s special envoy for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Meloni plans to propose Stubb at the G7 summit, citing his alignment with an authoritative nation possessing transatlantic ties and conflict understanding, while avoiding EU’s largest states’ rivalry.
- Finland's president says EU should expand to 40 states — including Canada
Finnish President Alexander Stubb proposed expanding the European Union to 40 states, including Canada, to enhance its global influence. The suggestion aims to strengthen the EU's international projection of power.