Finland is preparing for a presidential election, with NATO’s newest member selecting a leader who will play a crucial role in shaping defense policies against Russia. The election is significant for NATO as Finland shares the alliance’s longest border with Russia. The elected president will focus on integrating Finland’s robust military capabilities, including a strong army and a large reserve force, into NATO’s strategic framework. The election comes amid warnings from NATO generals about the potential for Russian strikes across Europe, including in Germany, should a conflict with the alliance arise.