Saab CEO pushes for “sooner rather than later” Swedish Gripen jets for Ukraine
Ukraine is shifting to Western jets, and Sweden’s Gripen could be next. Saab’s CEO is optimistic, but Sweden is holding back, awaiting F-16 implementation.
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Forbes: Sweden, Lithuania, and Ireland send Ukraine a highly mobile air defense system that needs only three soldiers
Saab's lightweight air defense system integrates a portable missile launcher, radar, and gun, deployable in minutes.
Finland-Germany submarine cable damaged again in Baltic Sea in possible sabotage act
Swedish coast guard confirms C-Lion1 cable connecting Finland to Germany damaged again near Gotland island in the Baltic Sea.
Sweden commits record $1.23 billion military aid to Ukraine with combat boats and missiles
Stockholm's largest-ever military support package combines immediate battlefield resources with long-term production funding, expanding Ukraine's naval capabilities while supporting domestic arms manufacturing.
Sweden seizes ship that departed from Russia over Baltic Sea cable damage
Swedish authorities detained Malta-registered vessel Vezhen following suspected sabotage of undersea fiber optic cable connecting Latvia's Ventspils with Gotland island.
Nine European companies supply $66 million in military-linked equipment to Russia despite sanctions
European industrial equipment manufacturers maintain Russia operations through subsidiaries, supplying critical components to military producers while circumventing Western sanctions.
UK Government: 30,000 new drones for Ukraine in boost to European security
These first-person view drones, designed to penetrate Russian air defenses, exemplify how Western allies are adapting their assistance to meet Ukraine's evolving battlefield needs.
Sweden joins compensation scheme for Romania’s Patriot transfer to Ukraine
Stockholm has approved about $29 million to help Romania replace Patriot system components, including projectiles and sensors donated earlier.
Sweden and Denmark to send 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine as Kyiv expects new offensive on Kherson Oblast
Sweden and Denmark secure a $2.2 billion deal with BAE Systems Hägglunds, jointly financing 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles for Ukraine while boosting their own defense capabilities.
Three attackers target Swedish diplomatic embassy in Russia
The attack follows Sweden's recent military support packages for Ukraine.
Baltic States, UK, and Denmark commit billions to support Ukraine’s forces in 2025
Meanwhile, Kyiv anticipates a second tranche of EU's €1.9 billion in military aid to Ukraine, focused on critical defense equipment like ammunition and air defense systems.
Baltic, Nordic countries and Poland to step up support to Ukraine ‘in coming months’
Seven European nations committed to increasing Ukraine's military capabilities in response to ongoing Russian aggression.
Sweden supplies Ukraine with spare parts for Gripen fighter jets
However, the timeline for transferring the jets remains uncertain.
Sweden backs Ukrainian drone production using Danish model
Sweden commits to financing Ukrainian long-range drone production, supporting defense industry and military technological development.
Politico: New Russian church’s location near Swedish airport raises security concerns
The church in Sweden's Västerås has drawn criticism from security experts due to its proximity to strategic facilities, amid growing evidence of Moscow using religious institutions for intelligence operations across Europe.
Stockholm pledges €63 mn in new military aid to Ukraine
The funds will be allocated to support Ukrainian defense industry procurements and contribute to multilateral security initiatives for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Sweden pledges € 2.4 million to boost Ukraine’s war crime investigations
The fund will support the SMEREKA e-case management system in Ukraine, upgrading digital infrastructure for law enforcement and prosecutors.
Poroshenko urges West to overcome “fear of Putin” and support Ukraine’s victory
"Putin uses your fears as a weapon, and the recent changes in Russia's nuclear doctrine are a clear confirmation of this," Ukraine's ex-President said.
Sweden to increase defense spending to 2.4% of GDP, in particular to help Ukraine
Sweden's planned defense budget increase of over 170 billion kronor between 2025-2030 aims to prepare the country for a more challenging security environment.
Swedish government approves major energy support for Ukraine
The initiative includes providing gas turbines and strengthening defenses around energy facilities to minimize the impact of ongoing strikes.
