On August 29–30, 2026, Finnish President Alexander Stubb told Germany's Bild newspaper that Russia would not risk attacking a NATO member state, arguing such action would make no strategic sense. The statement reflected confidence in NATO's deterrent effect.
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Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO Reuters
BERLIN, Aug 29 - Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would \"make no sense\" to test the resolve of the alliance.
Finland’s President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a Nato country, telling Germany’s Bild newspaper it would “make no sense” to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyberattacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the Nato