Swedish Defense Minister Calls for Europe to Shift From 'Peacetime Mindset' to 'Wartime Readiness'
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The Swedish Defence Minister, Pal Johnson, asked the European March to intensify preparations for an armed conflict, bearing in mind the threat represented by Russia.
Following recent Russian violations of NATO airspace, the tone for how NATO should respond to future intrusions has become more nuanced among many member states. “The Swedish Armed Forces have a strong mandate to combat incoming aircraft and unmanned systems if necessary,” says Minister of Defense Pål Jonson (M).
Jonson sees great progress made by Russia in far-reaching weapons and electronic warfare.
Swedish Defense Minister Calls on Europe to Prepare for Wartime Conditions Due to Threat From Russia
Swedish Defense Minister Calls on Europe to Prepare for Wartime Conditions Due to Threat from RussiaSwedish Defense Minister Poul Jonsson has called on Europe to change its approach to security and prepare for possible wartime threats due to Russia's growing military power. He stressed the need for coordination among all NATO member states.
Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson called on Europe on Tuesday to increase its preparedness for armed conflict.
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