Sweden has bolstered the defense of Gotland Island in response to perceived threats from Russia, which aims to control the Baltic Sea. The Commander-in-Chief of the Swedish Armed Forces, Mikael Bydén, has expressed concerns over Russian President Vladimir Putin's expansion plans, emphasizing that the Baltic Sea must not become Putin’s playground. Sweden plans to allocate approximately $7 billion over three years to strengthen its military capabilities. Bydén also noted that Russia has prepared its economy for a prolonged conflict, producing a significant amount of military equipment. Putin reportedly has 'both eyes' on Gotland, and Russia must act over the Baltic confrontation.
The head of the Swedish army, Mikael Büden, said that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “now preparing the country for a very long war.” According to him, Russia has already prepared the economy for war in a way “we cannot.” Budin stated that Russia produces a huge amount of… https://t.co/IpXdVSEDvV
Putin spokesman says Russia must act over Baltic confrontation https://t.co/hW1gdt1MFU https://t.co/EYvchqY7BB
BREAKING: Sweden warns that Putin has "both eyes" on Gotland
🇸🇪 Sweden has strengthened the defense of the island of Gotland due to the "possible occupation of the island by Russia" This was stated by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Kingdom, Mikael Budin . According to him, the Russian Federation is allegedly trying "to… https://t.co/1QWa2knu30
⚡ Swedish Army Chief warns of Putin's expansion plans in the Baltic Sea. 💬 “The Baltic Sea must not become Putin’s playground,” says General Bydén. https://t.co/dR2eqfNTu0
#Sweden has strengthened the defense of Gotland island in the Baltic Sea for fear that #Russia intends to establish control over it. This was announced by the commander-in-chief of the Swedish Armed Forces, Büden. Sweden will also allocate about 7 billion dollars for three-year… https://t.co/D2iJp1oIdn
⚡️ Swedish commander: Putin aims to control Baltic Sea, has his eye on Gotland Island. https://t.co/GOCNwmTQGn