Alexander Stubb: “We've had over 30 wars or skirmishes with Russia.”

“I mean, we were part of Russia from 1809 to 1919 17, when, well, tongue in cheek, we gave Russia independence. We declared independence. And since the 1300s, either as part of Sweden or as an independent country, We've had over 30 wars or skirmishes with Russia. But having said that, we've always managed and Russia has managed with us. I would say that our relationships have been businesslike ever Since World War II for us, the Winter War and the War of Continuation.” (23:08–23:14)

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