Sweden is weighing a major shift in military policy that could see retired officers recalled to service until the age of 70.

Sweden is considering calling up former officers as old as 70 to active duty as it seeks to ensure its military is prepared in times of crisis, the defence minister said on Monday.

STOCKHOLM - Sweden will contribute to efforts to boost arms supplies to Ukraine following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to supply billions of dollars of weapons, including Patriot missile systems,

Sweden's defence ministry has inked significant deals with Germany's Rheinmetall and Norway's Nammo, totaling over 5 billion crowns, to supply artillery ammunition. This strategic move aims to enhance Sweden and NATO's defense capabilities,

Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands have all said they want to participate in US President Donald Trump's plan for Europe to buy American weapons for Ukraine.

Olof Andersson recounts his experience as his country's envoy to North Korea and discusses similarities and ties with Seoul, from defense budget hikes to nuclear power goals.

North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) member Sweden will be on the receiving end of South African manufactured 155 mm Assegaai artillery rounds and charges as part of the Scandinavian country’s largest investment in artillery ammunition since the 1980s.

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson welcomed the US President's decision to supply modern weapons to Ukraine, assuring that his country would facilitate the rapid and sufficient delivery of this aid.

Since the Cold War, the United States and many of its North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies have regarded the Arctic as a barren wasteland with no geopolitical significance. But China’s rise and its strategic alliance with Moscow have made the region a tinderbox that could redefine global security.

Sweden has pledged support for boosting Ukraine’s arms supplies following the US decision to send Patriot missiles via NATO.

Denmark, the Netherlands, and Sweden announced their willingness to participate in U.S. President Donald Trump's plan for Europe to buy American weapons for Ukraine. — Ukrinform.

Sweden is a newcomer to NATO, only joining the Alliance in 2024 becoming the 32nd member state. Despite its recent entrance, Sweden leads the alliance in one important category—patrol vessels. With 179 in service,