According to Ukrinform, Yle reported this.

It is noted that the restrictions on airspace use took effect after 8 a.m. The maritime zone was closed shortly thereafter. The restricted area borders the Kaunissaari district to the west and the port of Hamina to the north.

This is a precautionary measure related to drone attacks carried out by Ukraine on Russian territory.

The General Staff’s press service told Yle that the closure of the maritime areas and airspace is necessary so that, if needed, drones that might accidentally enter Finnish territory can be safely neutralized.

Restrictions have been imposed previously; according to available data, the most recent ones were implemented on July 17 in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland. They were also related to Ukrainian drone attacks on targets in Russia.

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As reported by Ukrinform, the Finnish Armed Forces imposed temporary restrictions in the maritime zone in the eastern part of the Gulf of Finland to ensure the safety of bystanders and create conditions for intercepting any drones that might enter the area.

Illustrative photo: Finnish Ministry of Defense