Skoog Haslum

Swedish defense on the Russian threat: Prepared for everything

Russia is considered to be taking increasing risks, both politically and militarily, in Sweden's immediate vicinity. We have prepared for scenarios across the entire escalation ladder, says Ewa Skoog Haslum, Head of the Swedish Armed Forces' Operations Command.

Defense confirms drone near French aircraft carrier in Malmö was Russian

The drone that was disrupted a little over a mile from the French aircraft carrier in Malmö on Wednesday was Russian, the Swedish Armed Forces confirmed. Defense Minister Pål Jonson (M) called the incident "serious and irresponsible."

Chief of Defense: All active operations are risky

Sweden is prepared to contribute, among other things, JAS Gripen fighter jets to a possible peacekeeping force in Ukraine. The details of the operation are unclear, but Ewa Skoog Haslum, head of the Swedish Defence Operations Command, states: "All our active operations are risky."

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