Russian rocket launch triggers multiple emergency calls in Finland

A bright object seen moving across the night sky near Finland’s eastern border early Friday prompted multiple reports to emergency services, Finnish public broadcaster Yle reports. Authorities confirmed the sighting was a Russian-launched carrier rocket, which posed no threat to civilians in Finland.

According to police, the rocket was visible over a wide area along Finland’s eastern border, leading to numerous calls to various authorities. The phenomenon was first observed late Thursday night, with several witnesses capturing the unusual light trail in the sky.

Officials reassured the public that the rocket’s trajectory did not endanger anyone in Finland.