Russia–Finland Security: Satellite imagery reported by Yle shows Russia building a new military base near Petrozavodsk in Karelia, with plans for 4,000–6,000 troops (and possibly up to 15,000 with support units), raising fresh concerns in Finland. Diplomacy & Tech Ties: India’s FM S. Jaishankar met Finland’s Elina Valtonen in Helsinki to review the India–Finland Strategic Partnership on digitalisation and sustainability, with talks covering AI, semiconductors, critical minerals, quantum tech, 6G, clean energy and space. Industrial Machinery: Junttan expanded its Evolution Series with the new PM5 drilling rig, aimed at improving productivity and accuracy for demanding piling work. Green Packaging Materials: VTT and LUT University reported progress on fully cellulose-based films and coatings under the F3 project, targeting plastic reduction while keeping barrier performance and improving end-of-life options. Energy Infrastructure (LNG): Gasum secured long-term LNG capacity at Klaipėda for 2033–2040, supporting supply to Northwestern Europe and maritime customers. Quantum Computing: IQM’s NOX quantum computer went live at Italy’s CINECA, integrated into the Leonardo supercomputer for hybrid quantum-classical workflows. Food & Farming: Pro Agria says Finnish early potatoes and strawberries are set for Midsummer dinners, with warm conditions speeding up field vegetable harvests. Defense Hardware: Senop and Nammo Raufoss launched the Senop OSKAR thermal smart sight for the NAMMO M72, boosting night fighting capability.