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German spies gain more power, trust in the US wanes
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German spies gain more power, trust in the US wanes

For decades, Germany's intelligence service, the BND, has been kept under tight control, with dark historical experiences in mind. Now German agents are set to receive more funding and expanded powers
Intelligence expert Jörgen Holmlund: Politicians need more protection
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Intelligence expert Jörgen Holmlund: Politicians need more protection

40 years have passed since Olof Palme was shot - and one day after a man was convicted of molestation and unlawful threats against two ministers. Politicians need more protection, says intelligence expert Jörgen Holmlund
German spies gain more power as trust in the US wanes
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German spies gain more power as trust in the US wanes

For decades, Germany's intelligence service, the BND, has been kept under tight control in light of dark historical experiences. Now German agents are to receive more funding and increased powers
Race for Swedish warships worth billions
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Race for Swedish warships worth billions

A purchase worth up to 60 billion kronor is at stake, and the race is on. When French and Spanish warships visit Sweden, it is with a clear goal: to win the contract for four Swedish frigates
After 26 years, Army Museum in Stockholm is renovating its exhibitions
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After 26 years, Army Museum in Stockholm is renovating its exhibitions

The 26-year-old exhibitions at the Army Museum in Stockholm are to be redesigned. Work begins with a new "test room"
Race for Swedish warships - for billions
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Race for Swedish warships - for billions

A purchase worth up to 60 billion kronor is at stake, and the race is on. When French and Spanish warships visit Sweden, it is with a clear goal: to win the contract for four Swedish frigates
Cold in Kyiv as elderly people warm themselves with water bottles
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Cold in Kyiv as elderly people warm themselves with water bottles

Cold snaps down to minus 20 degrees - and no electricity or heating. The elderly in wartime Kyiv are trying to stay warm with the help of plastic bottles of hot water
Swedish drinking water connected to Russian-owned technology
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Swedish drinking water connected to Russian-owned technology

Swedish municipalities and companies have done business with a company linked to Russian oligarch Viktor Vekselberg, who is close to President Vladimir Putin, according to an investigation by Dagens Arbete.
How dependent is Sweden's defense industry on the US?
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How dependent is Sweden's defense industry on the US?

It's not just the Gripen's engine that's American. Swedish arms manufacturers are heavily dependent on American components
Thousands killed in Iran - what can the outside world do?
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Thousands killed in Iran - what can the outside world do?

Tens of thousands of civilians are believed to have been killed at the hands of the Iranian regime. It is a clear crime against humanity, but what can the outside world do to stop it? Sometimes a situation cries out for action
The Speaker of the Riksdag's canceled trip cost 1.5 million kronor
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The Speaker of the Riksdag's canceled trip cost 1.5 million kronor

The Speaker of the Riksdag, Andreas Norlén, was due to visit the United States last fall and had planned to take the state flight. The trip was cancelled at short notice, but the Swedish Armed Forces still had to pay nearly 1
Other countries completely defenseless against Trump, says Swedish defence researcher Magnus Christiansson
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Other countries completely defenseless against Trump, says Swedish defence researcher Magnus Christiansson

After Venezuela, the whole world is wondering what the US president's next step will be. But it is difficult for vulnerable countries to prepare, says Magnus Christiansson of the Swedish National Defence University (FHS)
Trump uninterested in democracy in Venezuela, says Magnus Christiansson
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Trump uninterested in democracy in Venezuela, says Magnus Christiansson

If Donald Trump manages to bring about a change of power in Venezuela, it will likely lead to a U. S
Expert: Europe could be overrun without US help
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Expert: Europe could be overrun without US help

Europe is Russia's next military target, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Individual countries are investing in their armies – but this is only the beginning of a comprehensive process
Paasikivi received his doctor's hat
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Paasikivi received his doctor's hat

Military expert Joakim Paasikivi has been awarded an honorary doctorate at Jönköping University. He received his doctorate on Saturday
S-promise on defense: Never lose control again
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S-promise on defense: Never lose control again

The strong reinforcement of the defense that is now taking place must continue, believes S leader Magdalena Andersson. She promises a 50-year commitment if she becomes prime minister after the election next year
NATO Suspects Russian Espionage at Estonia Shipwreck Site
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NATO Suspects Russian Espionage at Estonia Shipwreck Site

Nato suspects that Russia is using Estonia's wreck for underwater espionage, according to German media. Fully possible, says professor Hans Liwång
Social Democrats Call for Ban on Russian Investments and Tourist Visas
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Social Democrats Call for Ban on Russian Investments and Tourist Visas

The Social Democrats want to see a law with a general ban on Russian real estate purchases and investments in Sweden. And the government should in the EU work for a ban on visas for Russian tourists
Trump's Military Speech Sparks Concerns Over US Trustworthiness
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Trump's Military Speech Sparks Concerns Over US Trustworthiness

A step towards a more authoritarian form of government in the USA – this is how President Donald Trump's and Minister of War Pete Hegseth's speeches to hundreds of hastily summoned American military personnel earlier in the week are being interpreted. The entire American constitution was built to avoid monarchical power, and that is what they are heading towards now, says Magnus Christiansson, lecturer at the Defence University
Russian Mig-31 Violates Estonian Airspace for 12 Minutes
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Russian Mig-31 Violates Estonian Airspace for 12 Minutes

Russian fighter jets of the model Mig-31 violated Estonia's airspace for 12 minutes. This is absolutely an escalation compared to what we saw in Poland recently
NATO Faces Risky Decisions After Russian Drones Enter Polish Airspace
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NATO Faces Risky Decisions After Russian Drones Enter Polish Airspace

The Russian drones that violated Polish airspace on Wednesday night were apparently a test, according to Peter Haldén at the Defence University. I would think that it is a political signalling game at a very, very high level, he says
Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones: Expert Says It Was Inevitable
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Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones: Expert Says It Was Inevitable

It was only a matter of time before Russian drones would be shot down over a NATO country's territory, says Major Roger Djupsjö, teacher at the Defense University. Russia has struck against border areas before, so it was actually just a matter of waiting for this to happen sooner or later, he says after the shooting down tonight in Poland
Defense Expert Surprised by Acquittal of Former Adviser
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Defense Expert Surprised by Acquittal of Former Adviser

Jörgen Holmlund, teacher at the Defence University, is amazed that the former national security adviser Henrik Landerholm was acquitted by the court for his negligence. With the greatest probability, it is a matter of really crisp actions, he says
Rise in National Security Crimes Linked to Russia-Ukraine Conflict
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Rise in National Security Crimes Linked to Russia-Ukraine Conflict

The last five years have seen the number of suspected crimes against national security increase by over 50 percent, shows a compilation by TV4 News. And there is a connection to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine
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