Contents tagged with Sweden
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Norwegian authorities detain Russian-crewed ship over suspected Baltic cable sabotage
Norwegian authorities, acting on a request from Latvian officials, have detained the vessel Silver Dania, crewed by Russians, on suspicion of damaging an underwater communication cable in the Baltic Sea, reports Norway's National Broadcasting Corporation, NRK. The ship has been brought to the port of Tromsø, police confirmed on Friday, January 31.
According to NRK, the ship is owned by the Norwegian shipping company Silversea, but its entire crew is composed of Russian nationals. Built in 1989 …
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Sweden's $1.2 billion military aid to Ukraine: 16 CB90 combat boats to enhance naval capabilities
In a significant boost to Ukraine's military capabilities, Sweden is set to receive a fleet of 16 high-speed assault boats. These vessels are designed to enable Ukrainian forces to conduct operations on the Dnipro River and to assert control over the Black Sea coastline. Sweden has announced its largest military aid package to Ukraine, valued at $1.2 billion, which includes the delivery of 16 CB90 combat boats. These vessels are expected to enhance Ukraine's riverine and coastal capabilities, …
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Underwater optical fiber cable between Latvia and Sweden damaged in Baltic Sea: Investigations underway
A major disruption has been reported with an optical fiber cable linking Latvia and Sweden beneath the Baltic Sea. The incident occurred on the morning of Sunday, January 26, as confirmed by the Latvian State Radio and Television Center (LVRTC), the owner of the cable connecting the Latvian city of Ventspils and the Swedish island of Gotland.
In response to the incident, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa convened a meeting of responsible agencies. Her Swedish counterpart, Ulf Kristersson, …
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Sweden to invest in mass production of Ukrainian long-range missiles and drones following Danish model
Sweden has announced plans to finance the production of Ukrainian long-range drones, inspired by a "Danish model," according to Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov. During a working visit to Sweden, Umerov revealed that this agreement was solidified with his counterpart and friend, Swedish Defense Minister Paul Jonson. "This is another step towards strengthening Ukraine's defense capability and showcases the trust our partners have in our military-industrial potential," Umerov stated. …
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Finland to host two NATO headquarters as Sweden prepares to lead Advanced Land Forces
Finland is planning to establish two NATO headquarters within its borders, reports Yle, citing tentative plans that have yet to be approved.
The proposed NATO Land Command HQ for Northern Europe is expected to be situated in the city of Mikkeli, where both Finnish and foreign officers will operate. Additionally, the advanced NATO Land Forces HQ is anticipated to be located in northern Finland, potentially in Sodankylä or Rovaniemi.
Defense ministers from Sweden and Finland have announced that …
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Sweden ends financial aid to Mali over support for Russia amid Ukraine war
Mali is increasingly losing allies because of its connections with Moscow. Sweden has decided to end financial aid to the African nation.
Swedish Minister for International Cooperation and Foreign Trade Johan Forssell announced the decision on his X account.
Forssell posted a photo of Mali’s President Assimi Goita shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“You cannot support Russia’s aggressive war against Ukraine and at the same time receive several hundred million krona annually …
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Sweden clarifies why Ukraine chose F-16 jets over Gripen: challenges of managing dual fighter systems
Ukrainian authorities have concluded that implementing two Western fighter jet systems, the F-16 and the Gripen, in the Ukrainian Armed Forces at the same time is extremely challenging.
Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billström stated that Stockholm was ready to transfer its Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine, but Kyiv decided to hold off on this idea due to the receipt of the F-16 jets. In an interview with Voice of America, Billström explained that dealing with two complex systems …
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Sweden announces largest military aid package for Ukraine, boosting air defense and command capabilities
The Government of Sweden has announced its 16th and largest military aid package for Ukraine since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion.
"Sweden is assisting Ukraine with entirely new capabilities that strengthen Ukraine’s integrated air defence. The package, which will be included in the future budget with additional amendments, amounts to 13.3 billion Swedish kronor (approximately $1.3 billion) and meets Ukraine’s priority needs," the statement on the Swedish government website …
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Sweden suspends delivery of Gripen Jets to Ukraine amid coalition’s F-16 focus
Some member states of the air defence coalition have requested Sweden to pause the planned delivery of Gripen jets to Ukraine, said Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson in Brussels.
"This is because the current focus is on the implementation of the F-16 system," he explained.
Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Norway have pledged to provide Ukraine with F-16 fighter jets, with the first aircraft expected to be delivered this summer.
"We do not rule out the possibility that this (delivery …
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Sweden grants approval for Ukraine to use Swedish-supplied weapons against targets in Russia
In response to a question from the editorial office of Hallandsposten, Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson said that Sweden allows Ukraine to conduct strikes using weapons supplied to it against targets in Russia.
"Ukraine is subjected to an unprovoked and illegal aggressive war by Russia. Under international law, Ukraine has the right to defend itself through military actions directed at the enemy’s territory, provided these actions comply with the laws of war. Sweden supports international …