Independence

HANDOUT - 21 February 2022, Russia, Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a meeting of the Russian Federation Security Council at the Kremlin. Photo: -/Kremlin/dpa - ATTENTION: editorial use only and only if the credit mentioned above is referenced in full.

World

NATO-RUSSIA TENSIONS

Kremlin: Putin to recognize independence of Ukraine breakaway regions

The Nomad Today/dpa 2/21/22

The Russian leader would address the nation on Monday evening

FILED - Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers a speech at a welcome banquet to mark the 20th anniversary of the transfer of sovereignty over Macau from Portugal to China. Photo: -/TPG via ZUMA Press/dpa

World

TENSION

China's Xi calls for 'reunification' with Taiwan, issues threats

The Nomad Today/dpa 10/9/21

Officially calling itself the Republic of China (ROC), Taiwan has an independent government but Beijing considers the island part of its territory

Spain

CATALONIA

Puigdemont applies for immunity restoration ahead of Sardinia hearing

The Nomad Today/dpa 10/2/21

Puigdemont is expected in Sardinia for a hearing at the Court of Appeal on Monday

August 26, 2021 - Kabul, Afghanistan - U.S. Marines with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Crisis Response - Central Command, assist with security at an Evacuation Control Checkpoint (ECC) during an evacuation at Hamid Karzai International Airport, Kabul, Afghanistan, Aug. 26. U.S. service members are assisting the Department of State with a non-combatant evacuation operation (NEO) in Afghanistan. (photo by Staff Sgt. Victor Mancilla) (Credit Image: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com Photo: U.S. Marines/ZUMA Press Wire Service/dpa

World

WAR FINISHED

Last US troops leave Afghanistan after 20 years, ending evacuations

The Nomad Today/dpa 8/31/21

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said the country has now achieved "full independence"

24 August 2021, Ukraine, Odesa: Participants of the March of Defenders of Ukraine move down the city street towards the Heavenly Hundred Square. Photo: -/Ukrinform/dpa

World

FROM THE SOVIET UNION

Ukraine celebrates 30th independence day with large military parades

The Nomad Today/dpa 8/24/21

Tanks, artillery, combat drones and the latest missile technology were presented at the parade

World

INDEPENDENCE DAY

Biden's July 4 message: Getting vaccinated is act of patriotism

The Nomad Today/dpa 7/5/21

Biden marked the holiday with a large barbecue in the White House garden for around 1,000 invited guests

President Sauli Niinisto and his wife Jenni Haukio lay a wreath of flowers in honor of the Finnish heroes. Photo: Twitter/@TPKanslia.

Finland

103 ANNIVERSARY

Finnish missions abroad celebrate Independence with virtual events

The Nomad Today 12/6/20

A cooperation partner of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs has created a virtual environment for the events.

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech during during the Victory Day military parade, marking the 74th anniversary of the Russian victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, at the Red Square. Russia marked 30 years since it declared independence from the Soviet Union with festivities on Friday, but they were subdued because of the coronavirus pandemic. Photo: -/Kremlin/dpa

World

Putin reappears in public after a month to celebrate independence

The Nomad Today 6/12/20

The Russian leader thanked the country's health personnel for their service. His last public appearance was on May 9.

Opinion

How Finland was born

Mahmudul Islam 12/6/19

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Finland

Finland celebrates Independence Day with a caretaker government

The Nomad Today 12/5/19

The Council of the Social Democratic Party will elect a candidate for Prime Minister on Sunday evening. The polls on Antti Rinne's successor will be one of the main topics of debate for the 1,700…

Tank armored car Tampere by Puolustusvoimat

Finland

Tampere hosts the Independence military parade

The Nomad Today 12/5/19

The pass-in-review will involve a thousand persons, 56 vehicles, 12 planes and helicopters and a 30-equine cavalry detachment.

Video

Well done, Finland!

The Nomad Today 12/5/19

Finland celebrates Independence Day on 6 December. In this video, Statistics Finland lists a few Finnish achievements to be proud of.

Finland

Finnish neo-Nazis determined to parade on Independence Day despite police ban

The Nomad Today 12/4/19

'Soldiers of Odin' calls to demonstrate in downtown Helsinki two hours after the Police banned another march organized by 'Movement Towards Freedom'.

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Finland

Finns prepare for the Independence Day Reception

The Nomad Today 11/29/19

This year's theme is knowledge and discussion. 1,700 persons who have distinguished themselves in various walks of life will be invited to the Presidential Palace. Invitations are now being sent out.

Finland

Finland celebrates 100 years of democracy with events and open houses

The Nomad Today 9/2/19

Celebrations will include open days at the Presidential Palace, the Parliament Building and the Government Palace, where visitors can meet MPs and the Prime Minister. On Saturday 14 coffee will…

Niinisto president review troops Parliament by Hanne Salonen and Eduskunta2

Finland

100th anniversary of Finland’s constitutional democracy

The Nomad Today 5/2/19

Most of the official celebrations and events will take place in the Parliament, the Presidential Palace, the Government Palace, the National Archives and the National Museum

Finland

Independence Day

Finland celebrates its freedom

The Nomad Today 12/5/18

Finns celebrate every December 6 their Independence from Russia. This is a date full of symbolism for this small and young nation that after conquering liberty has amazed the world with its…