Finnish PM praises Poland for aid to Ukraine and its role in EU

Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin said Tuesday in Helsinki that Poland is playing a significant role in bringing aid to Ukraine, as well as in building a sense of community "within the EU family." Speaking at a conference of ambassadors and heads of Finnish diplomatic missions, she assessed that Russia's invasion of Ukraine has brought European countries closer together.

Among other things, the head of government drew attention to the possible tasks facing EU countries in connection with the energy crisis. She also advocated the further tightening of sanctions against Russia.

This was Marin's first public and official appearance after controversial video footage surfaced late last week showing the 37-year-old prime minister partying "hard" during a night out.

(PAP)