Military
News and information on military issues, armaments, arms deals, army, navy, and air force in Sweden.
Sweden orders new icebreaker from South Korea
Sweden on Friday signed a deal with South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for a new icebreaker to be delivered in 2029, the Swedish Maritime Administration said.
Swedish intelligence says Russia manipulates economic data
Sweden's military intelligence said late Monday that Russia was "manipulating" financial data to hide the real state of its economy yet maintains its political strategic aims.
Sweden releases tanker after oil spill probe
Swedish authorities have released a tanker they had suspected of causing an oil spill after finding no offence could be proved.
Swedish coast guard boards suspected false-flagged tanker
Sweden's coast guard said it boarded a vessel subjected to EU sanctions on Friday, suspecting it of an environmental crime after an oil spill in the Baltic Sea.
Canada and Nordics announce deepening of defence ties
Canadian and Nordic leaders on Sunday announced that they would deepen collaboration, especially in the area of defence and Arctic security, a region where tensions are rising.
Sweden arrests captain of seized Russian tanker
Sweden on Friday arrested the Russian captain of a "shadow fleet" tanker seized by the coast guard on suspicion of forging documents and violating the maritime code, a prosecutor said.
Swedish intelligence warns of increased Middle East war fallout
A top Swedish intelligence official has warned of increased threats against American and Israeli interests, as well as Iranian dissidents, in Sweden because of the war in the Middle East.
Sweden confirms Russian drone buzzed French aircraft carrier in Malmö
The Swedish military confirmed Friday that a drone jammed near a French aircraft carrier this week was Russian as France slammed the spy attempt as a "ridiculous provocation".
Sweden to introduce cellphone air raid alert system
Sweden will introduce a cellphone alert system this year to warn the population of air raids in wartime, inspired by a similar system in Ukraine, the agency responsible said Friday.
Russia increasing hybrid threats around Sweden, say military intelligence
Russia has stepped up its hybrid threat activities and seems willing to take greater risks in Sweden and the region, the head of Sweden's military intelligence told AFP on Tuesday.
European debate over nuclear weapons gains pace
European leaders, worried about threats from a nuclear-armed Russia and doubts about the future of US security commitments, are increasingly debating whether to bolster nuclear arsenals on the continent.
Europe calls for US reset at security talks
European leaders called Friday for a reset in relations with the United States as they met at a top security conference where US President Donald Trump's potshots at traditional transatlantic ties loomed large.
Swedish fighter jets to patrol Greenland under NATO mission
Sweden said on Thursday that it would send fighter jets to patrol Greenland as part of a newly launched NATO mission in the Arctic aimed at placating US President Donald Trump.
Sweden and Denmark pledge $290 million to Ukraine air defence
Sweden and Denmark announced on Tuesday that they plan to procure air defence systems worth 2.6 billion kronor ($290 million) for Ukraine, as the war-torn country struggles to fend off massive Russian bombardments.
Swedish intelligence chief says 'risk' of security situation deteriorating
The head of Sweden's intelligence service told AFP on Tuesday that there was a "risk" that an already serious security situation would continue to deteriorate, pointing primarily to a threat from Russia.
REPORT: Immigrants now even more willing to risk lives to defend Sweden
People with foreign backgrounds in troubled suburbs are more willing than people with a Swedish background living elsewhere in the country to put their lives at risk and defend Sweden in the event of a military attack, according to a new survey.
When to spot the Swedish Air Force's flying Christmas tree?
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Make sure to look up on Wednesday: you might just catch sight of an airborne Christmas tree.
Threat of war: Which countries in Europe have military service?
The growing threat from Russia and the risk of renewed conflict in Europe have thrown a spotlight on the continent's varied military service models.
Sweden to invest 3.5 billion in air defence in rearmament push
Sweden will acquire anti-air defence equipment worth 3.5 billion kronor to protect itself against missiles, drones and combat aircraft, the government has announced.
France able to deliver new frigate to Sweden by 2030
France's defence minister said Monday that the country was ready to deliver a "fully equipped" frigate to Sweden, which is looking to acquire four new warships, by 2030.
Nordic and Baltic countries pledge $500 million Ukraine support package
Nordic and Baltic countries on Thursday announced that they would contribute $500 million to a scheme set up to purchase US weapons for Ukraine.
Sweden to set up joint weapons development hub in Ukraine
Sweden and Ukraine announced on Thursday that they had signed a letter of intent to establish a hub in Ukraine to develop new weapons technologies.