15:05â˘EU Counters Trump's Tariffs As Trade War Escalates
â¨The newspapers report on the escalating trade war between the US and EU, with Trump's tariffs triggering EU countermeasures (Helsingin Sanomat). Ukraine-Russia ceasefire negotiations continue, with Zelensky expecting strong US action if Russia refuses (MTV Uutiset, Keski-Suomen Maakuntalehti, MV-lehti). Domestic economic concerns feature prominently, with investments stalling in Pirkanmaa (Aamulehti), tax policy changes affecting data centers (Kaleva), and potential money laundering issues at a Finnish bank (Turun Sanomat). Youth crime increases are challenging Helsinki police's strategy, with officers resigning (Hufvudstadsbladet, Yle).