What are the risks of Sweden’s Arctic militarization? 

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The Nordic nation is reportedly preparing its elite troops for an ‘Arctic war’ with Russia – but what are the risks? 

 

How does Sweden expand its Arctic military clout?

🔴 The country – a NATO member since 2024 – has actively participated in the alliances exercises in the Arctic region, including Cold Response.

🔴 The Nordic nation is modernizing its Kiruna and Lulea Airbases as well as its radar systems and command centers in the region.

🔴 It also has been increasing its naval presence in the Arctic, focusing on maritime defense and anti-submarine warfare.
 

 

How will Russia react? 

💬 “We will take appropriate steps to ensure our security and maintain stability in region, which is of paramount importance to Russia’s national interests,” said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

💬 “Any attempts by Sweden… to move closer to NATO, including militarizing the Arctic, are deeply troubling for us. We consider this a provocative move and a direct challenge to the region's stability,” added Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.

💬 “Sweden’s NATO accession could lead to increased militarization of the Arctic and more tensions and security risks in the region,” said Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova.

💬 “The expansion of Swedish military activities, particularly in the Arctic, is part of a dangerous trend of NATO’s increasing involvement in the region, which is a critical zone for Russia’s security,” warned General Valery Gerasimov, Chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces.

What lessons does history teach?

Swedish politicians with a hawkish stance might bear in mind that Russia came out on top in the last two major armed conflicts between the countries:

🔴 The Russo-Swedish War of 1741–1743

🔴 The Russo-Swedish war of 1808–1809

 

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