The shocking image came in from Tallinn. Dozens of women had gathered outside the Russian embassy in the capital of Estonia to protest the sexual violence and rape inflicted on Ukrainian women.
Covering their faces with black masks, the women were clad just in shirts. This is a poignant reflection of the brutal times that we are living in.
The dark shadow of war is stretching further. This is why speculation is rife in Finland once again. Citizens are being asked to acquaint themselves with techniques of modern warfare.
Apart from this, the government has issued orders to put together rations, petroleum products and essential medicines for a period of three to 10 months.