On Monday, the Swedish government announced a major investment in strengthening its air defense capabilities. As part of this initiative, the country is acquiring a modern German-made IRIS-T air defense system worth 9 billion Swedish kronor (about 790 million euros).
Key points
- Official statement: Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Defense Minister Paul Jonson presented the details of the deal, emphasizing its strategic importance.
- The purpose of the acquisition is to strengthen the defense of the island of Gotland, a key region in the Baltic Sea that plays an important role in ensuring Sweden's security.
- Technical capabilities of IRIS-T: The system is capable of effectively intercepting modern aerial threats, including cruise missiles and drones, providing a high level of airspace protection.
The investments in IRIS-T reflect Sweden's desire to strengthen its defense capability against the backdrop of growing instability in the Baltic region and the increasing activity of the military forces of neighboring countries. It is also part of a broad program to modernize the country's armed forces.
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