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Finnish media began the day with extensive coverage of Riikka Purra's reflections on her political career and the future of the SM-liiga hockey league, including discussions about Jokerit joining. International news focused on the Ukraine conflict, with Lavrov asserting a war between the EU/NATO and Russia, and US warnings to the EU about prolonging the conflict. By early afternoon, the media's attention shifted significantly to President Trump's reported proposal to recognize Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine, alongside Hungary's visit to Moscow and criticism of the EU's conflict approach. The day concluded with the resignation of Zelenskyy's Chief of Staff, Andriy Yermak, following an anti-corruption investigation.