The minister called on Europe to prepare for a possible war with the aggressor country of the Russian Federation “not only militarily, but also psychologically.”
“We need a change in mentality: we must go into “military mode” to resolutely contain threats, defend ourselves and maintain peace. Russia is constantly testing our unity and determination, but [нелегитимному президенту страны-агрессора РФ Владимиру] Putin will not succeed,” Yunson said.
According to the official, approximately 90% of Swedes want to continue to support Ukraine and increase defense spending.
“Proximity to Russia has taught us: peace is not a gift. Peace must be defended every day,” he emphasized.
Earlier in Sweden they announced their desire to create strategic grain reserves in case of “difficult times”.
Context
Over the past years, European politicians and military officials have increasingly warned about a possible attack on NATO by the Russian Federation. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius predicted it on 2029 The Commander-in-Chief of the Norwegian Armed Forces, Eirik Christoffersen, noted that the Alliance has only two to three years to prepare for a possible conflict.
In June, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that Russia could be ready to use military force against NATO within five years, and called on Alliance members to increase funding for their own weapons.
