yes, finland is incredibly important geopolitically for nato. russia has 2 cities of note: moscow and st. petersburg. with finland in nato, this ensures the entire northern flank is completely secured and russia is powerless to threaten the baltic states.  > crimea this isn't the 19th century anymore. you're living in a world that no longer exists.   anger doesn't change reality i'm afraid.   ukraine didn't lose the war. it's going to be especially hilarious in 10 years when belarusians and ukrainians are enjoying higher qualities of life than russians who will be stuck behind putin's ridiculous neo-iron curtain.
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