15:54â˘Purra's Billion-Euro Axe Falls
â¨Finnish newspapers predominantly report on Finance Minister Riikka Purra unveiling her detailed budget cut proposals, totaling nearly a billion euros. The cuts target various sectors, including municipalities, business subsidies, and notably, a complete halt to the refugee quota and reduced funding for integration (Helsingin Sanomat, Iltalehti, Ilta-Sanomat, Keski-Suomen Maakuntalehti, Maaseudun Tulevaisuus, MTV Uutiset, Suomen Uutiset, Turun Sanomat). Purra emphasized the severity of the financial situation, stating these measures are necessary.