Finland is actively seeking to acquire one million land mines, a move signaling heightened security concerns related to its eastern border. This development follows Finland’s recent decision to withdraw from the United Nations Charter which bans the use of such munitions. The action aligns Finland with regional counterparts preparing for potential threats. Officials in Helsinki have not explicitly named Russia as the source of the threat, but the geographical focus on the eastern border strongly implies concerns over potential aggression from that direction. The acquisition of landmines is presented as a measure to bolster Finland’s defensive capabilities and ensure national security. This represents a significant shift in Finland’s defense policy, previously strongly committed to international agreements prohibiting landmines. The move highlights a changing security landscape in the region.