Greenland wants to be defended by NATO
The Greenland government wants the island's defense to be under NATO auspices to counter a U.S. takeover. The government emphasizes that it will "under no circumstances" accept U.S. wishes.
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NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe highlights Sweden's role in defending the Arctic
The strategic importance of the Arctic is only growing, NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe, U.S. General Alexus Grynkewich, noted; Sweden plays an important role there.
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New air defense system should also protect civilians
The government wants to expand Sweden's air defense so that the civilian population also receives protection against air attacks. Construction of a new territorial air defense is to begin at a cost of 15 billion kronor.
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Sweden opens up to multinational force on Gotland
The Social Democrats want a NATO-based multinational force on Gotland. "I want us to build a bastion in the northern corner of Europe," Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson says.
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How Europe can act against Donald Trump's Greenland threat
Both boycotts and a so-called “trade bazooka” are being considered as Europe grapples with the right way to deal with Donald Trump’s threat to take over Greenland. It is a duty to say no, says former French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin.
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How the US can take control of Greenland
According to President Donald Trump, taking control of Greenland is necessary for US national security. Here are different ways this could be done in practice.
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Defense Committee summoned to consult on continued rearmament
Defense Minister Pål Jonson (M) says the government is inviting the parties to join a new defense committee to consult on continued rearmament.
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Kristersson: US capture of Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro is a violation of international law
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) comments on the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. He says it is clearly a violation of international law.
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