Sebastian Tynkkynen is at the centre of another racism controversy as complaint filed with European Parliament president. Photo: Sebastien Bozon / AFP / Lehtikuva
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A Finnish member of the European Parliament has become the focus of a growing dispute in Brussels after comments made on social media prompted allegations of racism and triggered calls for disciplinary action.
The controversy centres on Sebastian Tynkkynen, a Finns Party MEP who is facing complaints lodged with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola following an exchange involving Swedish MEP Abir Al-Sahlani.
Yle first reported the case.
