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Jonson: Risk of the US withdrawing soldiers from Europe

Much indicates that the USA will reduce its military presence in Europe, according to Defense Minister Pål Jonson. Europe must prepare itself for a time when it takes a significantly greater responsibility for its own security, he says.

Jonson: Risk of the US withdrawing soldiers from Europe

Zelensky: Putin appears to have the most influence in NATO

Europe needs a common defense, believes the war-torn Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj. He also gives a kick to Nato, whose decisions he thinks are being blocked by the Russian President Vladimir Putin at present.

Zelensky: Putin appears to have the most influence in NATO

Maria Malmer Stenergard in conversation with Rubio

Sweden's Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) has spoken with the US Foreign Minister Marco Rubio. During Thursday's phone call, they discussed, among other things, the Ukraine war.

Maria Malmer Stenergard in conversation with Rubio

EU leaders: No peace without Ukraine

Both Ukraine and the EU must be included in the negotiations for an end to Russia's war in Ukraine. This is now publicly stated by the EU countries' highest chief, Council President António Costa.

EU leaders: No peace without Ukraine

Russia: Ukraine to participate in the talks

Ukraine will "one way or another" participate in the talks about ending the war in the country. This message comes from Moscow.

Russia: Ukraine to participate in the talks

Expert: Trump's peace initiative a "smokescreen"

Ukraine must give up territory to achieve peace with Russia, according to the USA. But President Donald Trump's statement about an end to the war through negotiations does not guarantee that peace is within reach.

Expert: Trump's peace initiative a "smokescreen"

Drone strike over Moldova – ambassador summoned

Moldova has summoned Russia's ambassador due to Russian drones violating the country's airspace and exploding. President Maia Sandu accuses Moscow of spreading terror.

Drone strike over Moldova – ambassador summoned

Trump's peace plan shakes NATO

We stand united for peace in Ukraine, claims the Nato chief, despite criticism and concern over Donald Trump's peace negotiations with Russia. No one will get exactly what they want, says Trump's Defense Minister Pete Hegseth.

Trump's peace plan shakes NATO

Tough battle for the percentage in NATO

Five percent? Or somewhere "north of three"? NATO countries have a tough spring ahead of them to unite on future defense budget targets, following hard pressure from the USA. .

Tough battle for the percentage in NATO

Expert: Great danger with USA's Ukraine game

The USA's statement that Ukraine must cede territories and rejects a membership in NATO surprises defense researchers. If Russia is not afraid of consequences, then the Baltic states or Moldova may be threatened, says Magnus Christiansson at the Defense University.

Expert: Great danger with USA's Ukraine game

Putin and Trump agreed on talks – without Zelenskyj

The USA and Russia are initiating negotiations about the war in Ukraine, confirmed by both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. According to Trump, a top-level meeting with Putin will be held in Saudi Arabia.

Putin and Trump agreed on talks – without Zelenskyj

Hegseth: Unrealistic to Expect Ukraine's Old Borders

No Crimea, no NATO, and no US soldiers on site. USA's new defense minister Pete Hegseth came to Brussels with tough messages to Ukraine.

Hegseth: Unrealistic to Expect Ukraine's Old Borders

The Foreign Minister is Criticized: Fails to Mention Trump

Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard (M) is criticized for not mentioning the President of the USA in her foreign policy declaration. She avoids with precision mentioning Donald Trump, says Håkan Svenneling, foreign policy spokesperson for V, in a debate in the Riksdag.

The Foreign Minister is Criticized: Fails to Mention Trump

Russia more offensive and risk-taking

Sweden's military intelligence agency assesses that Russian hybrid warfare has become more offensive and risk-taking. A ceasefire in Ukraine can simultaneously give Russia time to increase its military capability.

Russia more offensive and risk-taking

Alarm: Russia is ready for a major war

If the war in Ukraine freezes, Russia will be able to be ready for a larger war in Europe within the span of five years, warns the military intelligence service in Denmark. .

Alarm: Russia is ready for a major war

NATO Chief Praises Sweden after Cable Break

Baltic Sentry is Nato's response to the recent cable breaks in the Baltic Sea. So far, no member country has been able to prove sabotage, but that does not change the defense alliance's need for sea surveillance, says Nato chief Arjen Warnaar.

NATO Chief Praises Sweden after Cable Break

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson addresses the nation tonight

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) is holding a speech to the nation due to the mass shooting in Örebro on Tuesday. The speech is being held on SVT tonight at 7 pm.

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson addresses the nation tonight

Disconnecting from Russia: "The Blackmail is Over"

On Saturday, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania will disconnect Russia from their power grids, which is seen as a geopolitically important signal. .

Disconnecting from Russia: "The Blackmail is Over"

Kristersson: NATO is not seeking confrontation

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) reiterates that there is no peace when he speaks on site in Latvia during a ceremony for Swedish NATO soldiers. None of us are here to seek confrontation, he says.

Kristersson: NATO is not seeking confrontation

Compulsory in School – Total Defense Knowledge

All high school students in year 1 will from this autumn onwards learn total defence skills. .

Compulsory in School – Total Defense Knowledge

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

We must do more. This is stated by both the EU and Nato in the pursuit of ways to handle the defense of Europe after Donald Trump's return as president in the USA.

Europe on Defense: We Must Do More

EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

The EU promises to respond "with firmness" if the US threatens with tariffs and trade war. We are ready, says Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

EU leaders on Trump's tariff threats: We're ready

"Ships must be stopped faster"

Short alarm chains and quick responses are crucial to stop suspected cable sabotage in the Baltic Sea. This is what Niels Markussen, head of Nato's center for maritime underwater security, says to Ekot on Swedish Radio.

"Ships must be stopped faster"

Salwan Momika – Koran burnings, riots, and Tiktok

On June 28, 2023, a Koran was burned for a few seconds outside the mosque at Medborgarplatsen in Stockholm. It was Salwan Momika's first Koran burning.

Salwan Momika – Koran burnings, riots, and Tiktok