Russia poses a clear military threat in Sweden's immediate area but its forces are largely tied up in the war in Ukraine, the Swedish Military Intelligence and Security Service (MUST) said on February 20. "The European Security Order as we know it has ceased to exist...and with that the risks for Swedish security have also increased," Lena Hallin, head of MUST, told a news conference. Hallin also said she expected Russia to strengthen its military capability in Sweden's immediate area when it was possible, in response to Sweden and Finland applying for NATO membership. To read the original story by Reuters, click here.
Swedish Military Intelligence Says Threat From Russia Has Increased
Swedish soldiers patrol in Visby harbor on the Baltic Sea island of Gotland amid increased tensions with Russia. (file photo)