Sweden’s request for missiles with a range to target Russian territory

According to RCO News Agency, the Swedish Ministry of Defense announced that the armed forces of this country want to have long-range weapon systems with the ability to target deep in other countries; A capability that has been introduced as a deterrent against Russia’s growing capabilities.

According to the report that the Swedish armed forces presented to the government this week, the country plans to be equipped with systems that have a range of up to 2,000 kilometers and are able to target military facilities and critical infrastructure deep in the enemy’s territory.

In an interview with Reuters News agency, Swedish Defense Minister Paul Jonsson said: “The experience of the Ukraine war shows that Russia is strongly developing its long-range capabilities; Whether cruise missiles, ballistic missiles or long-range drones. “We need to create a stronger deterrent against this threat.”

This is despite the fact that the distance between Moscow and Stockholm is about 1000 km.

The Swedish Air Force has already ordered the jointly developed Swedish-German Taurus cruise missiles for the Gripen fighters, which have a range of about 500 km, but Jonsson indicated that other systems could also be considered.

The report also said that Russia is expected to build up its military capabilities over the next five years, and that Sweden should strengthen its air defense and intelligence capabilities, including drones and spy satellites.

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