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Santa’s hometown becomes NATO military hub

Rovaniemi, a Finnish city renowned as the hometown of Santa Claus and a global tourist destination, is undergoing a ...

Santa at war: ‘home’ town in Finland hosts Nato soldiers as Russian threat looms

Christmas tourists are noticing a growing military presence in Lapland, where Santa Park doubles as a bomb shelter ...

Santa's "Official Hometown" In Finland Hosts NATO Troops

Rovaniemi, long celebrated as the "official home town of Santa Claus" in Finland, is this winter welcoming more than families seeking reindeer rides and festive photo opportunities.
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British Troops Join Finland’s Northern Axe 25 Arctic Drill Near Russian Border

British soldiers from 3 RIFLES join Finland's Kainuu Brigade for winter warfare drills, enhancing tactical skills near the ...
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Virginia Guard, Finnish Counterparts Train at Arctic Forge 25

KOUVOLA, Finland - A platoon of Virginia Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 237th Engineer Company, 276th Engineer Battalion, 329th Regional Support Group, participated in cold-weather ...

North East soldier braves training in world's harshest environment with temperatures dropping to -40C

Corporal Chris Rowland jokes he's no stranger to colder weather as he endures temperatures low as -40°C training for ...