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Sweden Boosts Air Defense Amid U.S. Criticism

1/11/2026

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Sweden plans to acquire short-range air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure.
Defence Minister Pal Jonson says the move follows lessons from the Ukraine conflict and underscores the need for strong air defense.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson criticized the United States (U.S.) administration's rhetoric toward Greenland and Denmark and urged the U.S. to value Denmark's loyalty as an ally.

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Sweden plans to acquire short-range air defense systems to protect critical infrastructure.
Defence Minister Pal Jonson says the move follows lessons from the Ukraine conflict and underscores the need for strong air defense.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson criticized the United States (U.S.) administration's rhetoric toward Greenland and Denmark and urged the U.S. to value Denmark's loyalty as an ally.