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War in Ukraine
Ukrainian Pilots Test Swedish Gripen Jets: Government
The preliminary training "included test flights both in the aircraft and simulators and information sessions for ground crew."
Sept. 14, 2023
Ukraine
Ukraine and Sweden to Jointly Produce CV-90 Fighting Vehicles – Here’s What They Can Do
The plan is to manufacture 1,000 of these modern infantry fighting vehicles which, when fitted with an automatic 40mm cannon, can destroy targets at ranges of up to three kilometers.
Sept. 11, 2023
War in Ukraine
Swedish Ball Bearing Factory Hit in Russian Strike, Three Employees Killed
The Swedish company SKF confirmed three of its employees died in the attack which Russia said damaged “Ukraine's military-industrial complex.”
Aug. 15, 2023
Sweden
ANALYSIS: The Archer Artillery System – Coming Soon to Ukraine Courtesy of Sweden
The Swedish Archer system combines the best of the world's artillery: extended ranges, impressive precision, high rate of fire and ease of maneuverability.
Aug. 13, 2023
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: The CV-90 – Sweden’s Formidable and Deadly Gift to Ukraine
The CV 9040C version has additional mine protection at the bottom of the hull, as well as a the sophisticated multi-layer modular Barracuda camouflage system.
Aug. 9, 2023
Ukraine
Sweden Pledges Over $500 Million to Rebuild Ukraine
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Sweden had already pledged 4.7 billion kronor in civilian and humanitarian aid, in addition to some 17 billion kronor in military aid.
July 17, 2023
Turkey
Turkey Unblocks Sweden NATO Bid During 11th Hour Talks, Setting Stage For Summit
Turkey has been holding up Sweden’s application to join the Atlantic alliance, accusing Stockholm of harbouring Kurdish activists Ankara regards as terrorists.
July 11, 2023
Russia
EXPLAINED: Why Sweden ‘Can’t Rule Out’ Being Attacked by Russia
Sweden’s defense posture has shifted dramatically in light of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and the country’s government is planning accordingly.
June 19, 2023
Russia Closes Border Crossings With Baltic States, Finland
Russia is suspending all railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia from July 1, closing seven checkpoints along its northwestern frontier.
July 1, 2026
