Carl-Johan Edström

Swedish Armed Forces seek to expropriate Russian-owned property near Muskö base

The Swedish Armed Forces want to take over a controversial Russian-owned property near the Muskö base. According to the Swedish Armed Forces, the current ownership poses a security threat. It is a priority matter, says Defence Minister Pål Jonson (M).

Swedish Armed Forces told to speed up weapons development as Ukraine war drives innovation push

The Swedish Armed Forces have been tasked by the government with shortening the time from idea to finished weapons system.

“Long-range robots absolutely necessary”

Sweden's acquisition of long-range weapons is an "absolutely necessary development," believes Minister of Defense Pål Jonson (M).

Defense: Russian military threat increases to 2030

The Swedish Armed Forces assess that the Russian military threat will increase by 2030 and point to important new defense initiatives. These include long-range missiles, more air defense and spy satellites.

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