Russians protested in Finland on November 18, 2023, against border crossing closures, criticized for ignoring Russian-led genocide and harming Finnish security.

On November 18, 2023, a crowd of Russians protested in Finland against border crossing closures. The protest was noted for focusing on narrow, self-interested issues that are considered harmful to Finland's national security and were associated with imperialist attitudes. Observers criticized the protesters for failing to acknowledge or protest against human rights abuses and genocide attributed to their own country, suggesting a dissonance between their actions and broader moral responsibilities. This event underscores ongoing societal pressure linked to Russian influence within Finland, contributing to cultural friction amid geopolitical conflicts involving Russia and its neighbors.