Sweden’s defence minister said on Thursday the Nordic country had agreed to donate its biggest aid package to Ukraine so far, worth 13.5bn Swedish crowns ($1.23bn).

Sweden's defence minister said on Thursday the Nordic country had agreed to donate its biggest aid package to Ukraine so far, worth 13.5 billion Swedish crowns ($1.23 billion). The aid package is Sweden's 18th since Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Earlier this month, NATO launched a new mission, “Baltic Sentry,” to enhance surveillance and deterrence in the Baltic Sea. The operation includes frigates, maritime patrol aircraft, and naval drones, with a focus on protecting undersea assets.

Sweden has announced its largest aid package to Ukraine, valued at 13.5 billion Swedish crowns. It marks the country's 18th support initiative since the Russian invasion in 2022. The Swedish government is engaging with domestic and European suppliers to prioritize equipment delivery,

The Swedish Armed Forces issued a statement this week warning about the threat of hybrid warfare, stating Russia, China and Iran were conducting intelligence operations against Sweden and the nation’s political,

Russia says it's withstanding the impact of sanctions. Sweden's finance minister says satellite images show a different story.

The Swedish government will send Ukraine its largest military aid package since the outset of Russia’s full-scale invasion, amounting to 13.5 billion Swedish kronor ($1.23 billion). — Ukrinform.

Russia is "the main actor" in hybrid attacks on the alliance, said a senior NATO official following a spate of incidents.

Sweden will provide Ukraine with the largest military aid package. Its value is 13.5 billion Swedish kronor (approximately 1.25 billion dollars), according to the Swedish Ministry of Defense. It is noted that this package will also enhance Ukraine's capabilities in the field of long-range capabilities.