Express UK
By ALESSANDRA SCOTTO DI SANTOLO, World News Reporter
10:16, Tue, Jan 9, 2024 | UPDATED: 10:26, Wed, Jan 10, 2024
Swedes have been warned to brace for the possibility of war in the wake of their country’s anticipated NATO membership in 2024 and the backdrop of Russia’s conflict in Ukraine.
Speaking at the Folk och Forsvar conference in Salen, Civil Defence Minister Carl-Oskar Bohlin stressed the urgency of enhancing Sweden’s resilience, citing concerns over the sluggish modernisation of the civil defence system. Mr Bohlin urged a collective effort from all segments of society, emphasising the need for swift action.