The flag's design draws inspiration from the United Provinces of Central America's banner, maintaining a connection to the shared history and culture of the region. Finland's "Blue Cross Flag ...

It also features on the official flag of the Finnish president. Alamy The Finnish president's flag features the Cross of Freedom in the top left corner But the swastika became associated with the ...

Then in bright sunshine in front of Nato's gleaming new headquarters, Finland's white-and-blue flag joined a circle of 30 other flags. Finland's accession is a setback for Russia's Vladimir Putin.