Finland to hold multinational NATO exercises with 6,500 troops
Finland will host approximately 6,500 troops from Finland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom for military exercises aimed at strengthening northern defense capabilities this May.
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NATO allies reconsider F-35 purchases, turn to Swedish jets amid Trump’s unpredictability
Canada and Portugal are exploring the Swedish Gripen fighter jet as a possible alternative to the US-made F-35.
Only 6 of 30 “coalition of willing” countries ready to send peacekeepers to Ukraine
The Netherlands and Sweden noted that the mandate and the goals of a possible mission are unclear.
Russian dancers perform as “Ballet of Ukraine” in Swedish cities
Swedish broadcaster SVT has uncovered that the "Ballet of Ukraine," which recently toured Sweden, is financially linked to Russian business interests and employs dancers working in Russia.
Sweden announces new military aid to Ukraine worth $ 1.6 bn
Sweden has approved a record-breaking military aid package worth $1.6 billion to bolster Ukraine's defense against Russian aggression.
Sweden commits $ 7.8 mn to Ukraine for demining and drone technology
The $4 mn allocated for demining operations comes as Ukraine faces one of the largest contaminations of explosive remnants in modern history.
EU, Sweden and Germany to allocate $47 million for civil society, gender equality in Ukraine
A new support package aims to empower Ukrainian civil society organizations and women's leadership.
Ukraine to receive Swedish ASC 890 radar aircraft after F-16 compatibility modifications
Sweden pledged two ASC 890s last May, the delivery remains on undisclosed schedule, while Ukrainian pilots receive training.
75% of Swedes support Ukraine in war against Russia – poll
Majority of Swedish citizens reject the idea of Ukraine surrendering to Russian demands, with only 1% supporting such a scenario, according to a new poll.
Swedish government approves $ 300 million artillery package for Ukraine
Sweden will donate 18 additional Archer artillery systems, five Arthur radar systems, and fund Ukrainian weapons production in its 18th aid package.
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.
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.