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Sweden supports Ukraine with equipment, in a way we haven't done since we helped Finland in 1939:
(my translation to English below)
(my translation to English below)
Source: https://www.dn.se/varlden/folj-det-sakerhetspolitiska-laget-i-europa/ (DN, Swedish newspaper, Swedish only, my translation to English above)DN (Dagens Nyheter said:Andersson: Substantial military equipment support to Ukraine
- For me as prime minister the first and last question is what serves Sweden. My conclusion is that our security is best served by supporting Ukraine's ability to defend itself. Sweden will provide a substantial support to Ukraine in close coordination with other countries, says prime minister Magdalena Andersson (S),
- This question is larger than Ukraine, Russia threatens the entire European security. Then you have to make exceptional decisions.
- Sweden and EU has spoken of solidarity with the Ukraine people. International law allows Ukraine to defend itself.
Sweden will send 135 000 field rations, 5 000 helmets, 5 000 body armors, and 5 000 anti-tank weapons costing about 400 million kronor. Sweden will also increase the humanitarian support for Ukraine with 500 million kronor.
- This is the first time we do this kind of support since the Soviet attack on Finland 1939. But we are ready to do what is needed for the safety of Sweden and the entire EU, says Magdalena Andersson.
- I want to thank the parties in the parliament in this serious situation. There is a substantial support for this decision today.
Defense minister Peter Hultqvist:
- Ukraine has asked for anti-tank weapons, armor, ammunition, demining equipment etc. We have discussed with other countries to find a balanced way of concerted effort to support Ukraine.
- It is in line with Swedish strategy and Swedish position to contribute equipment in this exceptional situation.
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