Finland Nato: Russia threatens to retaliate over membership move

Russia has said it will be forced to take "retaliatory steps" over its neighbour Finland's move to join Nato.

A foreign ministry statement said the move would seriously damage bilateral relations, as well as security and stability in northern Europe.

Earlier, Finland's president and PM called for the country to apply for Nato membership "without delay".

It comes amid a surge in public support for Nato membership following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. read more