Dassault says it’s ready to send Rafales to Ukraine — if Kyiv asks
French aircraft manufacturer Dassault Aviation has confirmed it is ready to deliver Rafale fighter jets if Kyiv requests…
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The Swedish jets Ukraine could get were built to survive Russia—and that’s the point
Gripen jets, designed to outlast Soviet bombers, work well from small, dirty runways—the Ukrainian way
Swedish defense giant plans to produce air defense systems in Ukraine
More than 25 foreign defense companies are now localizing weapons production in Ukraine, with Swedish giant Saab AB becoming the latest to join the effort
Nordic and Baltic countries launch joint initiative to train and arm Ukrainian soldiers under Norway’s lead
A formal pact signed in Brussels kicks off a multinational effort to prepare Ukrainian forces and supply brigade-scale weaponry.
ISW: Russia steps up covert and overt attacks on Europe — NATO races to reinforce defenses
The think tank describes Moscow’s actions as part of “Phase 0,” the psychological and informational groundwork for a potential future war with NATO.
Deputy defense minister confirms Swedish Gripen jets coming to Ukraine for the first time
Ukraine will operate American F-16s, French Mirages, and Swedish Gripens simultaneously, Deputy Defense Minister Ivan Havryliuk confirmed
Two large drones breach Swedish airspace near naval command base
Local residents contacted police after observing two large drones over Sweden's Karlskrona archipelago, home to the country's primary naval facility
Denmark’s Aalborg Airport again closed for one hour after police officer spots possible drone
Police say an officer on the ground reported something resembling a drone just before midnight.
Pål Jonson: Sweden prepared to act if airspace is breached — military response remains an option
Sweden’s military has long had the legal framework to use force — now it's prepared to act.
From Catherine II to Putin: How a Swedish flag became symbol of resistance in occupied Ukraine
A Swedish flag gifted by King Carl XVI Gustaf to a Ukrainian village in 2008 survived 8.5 months hidden from Russian occupation forces
“Swedish-Ukrainian surprises” to come on the battlefield: Sweden announces $836 million military aid package for Ukraine
The package includes new artillery, upgraded combat boats, radar systems, and secret equipment to strengthen Ukraine’s defenses.
Sweden delivers air defense systems and fighter jets to Poland after Russian drones breach NATO airspace
Defense officials point to a wave of concrete pledges from across Europe in the wake of the drone incident.
Sweden admits it may sell Gripen E fighters to Ukraine — but only after Russia’s war ends
NATO allies asked Stockholm to delay, worried pilots could be overloaded with too many different jets.
Sweden stayed neutral for 200 years—until Putin invaded Ukraine. Now they’re sending billions in military aid
Stockholm sent tanks, drones, and even its full fleet of armored carriers—everything but the jets Ukraine wanted most.
Berlin commits $ 500 million to Ukraine, sourcing weapons directly from US reserves
The goal is rapid delivery of air defense and other vital gear. NATO says the package will include urgently needed air defense systems.
European allies to finance more than $ 1 billion in US arms package for Ukraine
Denmark, Norway, Sweden and the Netherlands will fund more than $1 billion worth of US military equipment for Ukraine, including critical air defense components.
Germany pledges five Patriots, Norway — billions for drones, as Ukraine’s new defense chief leads first major international push since taking office
The allies agree to fast-track weapons delivery to Ukraine amid Russian air terror escalation.
Europol dismantles pro-Russian cyber army flooding Ukraine and its allies with attacks
A coordinated crackdown wiped out over 100 systems tied to Kremlin-backed NoName057(16) hackers.
Moscow quietly rushes to reinforce its nuclear sites just 300 km from Sweden
Meanwhile, Russia’s revised policy allows nukes in response attacks supported by NATO members.
Defense giant SAAB stages AI vs. human pilot showdown — test that could aid Sweden’s military in event of war with Russia
The primary emphasis continues to be on beyond-visual-range engagements, which the company highlights as the most vital element of air combat., a fact underscored by Russia's war against Ukraine.